Last Night A DJ Saved My Life
People keep asking me if I am serious about leaving conservation to become a DJ. Moving from wildlife conservation into a DJ career can feel like a radical shift, yet for some professionals it is shaped by practical realities as much as passion. I love music and from a young age I wanted to work in music before I ended up in Conservation. But also conservation work is one of the worst paid industries.
Working in conservation often requires advanced qualification such as degrees, field experience, licensing and significant responsibility, yet salaries remain comparatively low and funding insecure. Over time, financial pressure can make long-term stability difficult, particularly when roles are short-term or project-based.
Transitioning into DJing can offer greater earning potential, flexible income streams and creative autonomy. Now this is not all just down to finances, I of course love music or I would not embark on a career with the music business otherwise. I find it fun and enjoy getting to play my favourite songs and getting to get people in the mood and having fun.
I recently purchased some very exciting equipment as part of this transition which I am sooo excited about. I have also been thoroughly enjoying my lessons over at London Sound Academy too and have learnt so much with the different tutors I have. Highly recommend them to anyone serious about DJing who wants to learn more about the hardware as well as mixing techniques. They also do production classes, so who knows, maybe that will come in future years?
