Noteworthy DJs & Photo Booths seeks charismatic DJs with no prior experience necessary, offering training for the right candidates. This role is ideal for outgoing individuals looking to develop their skills. Training is provided to ensure success.
Paradox Productions seeks charismatic DJs and assistants to join their team. They're looking for talented individuals with strong personalities. Standout performers wanted for headliner and support roles.
Complete Weddings + Events seeks a skilled DJ for weddings and events. No prior experience is required as training is provided. Year-round gigs include weddings, corporate events, and school dances.
The fastest route in Portland is being seen by the right venues before a role is even posted. Build a profile that shows your real work — photos, experience and personality — keep your availability current, and let bars and clubs reach out to you directly. Portland bar hiring moves on referrals and reputation, not résumé blasts.
Do you need experience to work as a DJ in Portland?
Plenty of Portland venues hire and train newcomers and promote from within, so you can break in without years of experience. A strong portfolio of real shifts helps, but attitude, speed and reliability win most DJ jobs here.
How much do DJs make in Portland?
From the Pearl District bars to downtown clubs, Portland books DJs every weekend and pays up for a draw. Most working Portland DJs take home roughly $180–$600 on a strong night with tips.
What is Startender?
Startender is a private, invite-only network where Portland venues discover and book hospitality talent directly — bartenders, servers, cooks, chefs, hosts and more. It’s free for talent: build a profile that works like a portfolio and get found by real restaurants, bars and clubs.
