ABOUT US
Her DJ Club (HDC) is an empowering and transformative initiative that is dedicated to creating a supportive, women-led space where women can learn the fundamentals of DJing while fostering community and breaking into a male-dominated industry.
Founded by murcutian in March 2024, HDC is built on the foundation of her experience as a local DJ, and her passion for sharing knowledge with other women in her community.
Held in Oakland, CA, HDC offers an 8-week course where students are introduced to the fundamentals of DJing. The program covers essential skills such as counting music, beat matching, curating and organizing music, and preparing for live performances. Students work closely with murcutian and other mentors to understand both the technical and creative aspects of DJing, with the ultimate goal of performing live and potentially monetizing their skills.
The first class, which graduated in August 2024 with seven students, marked a significant milestone. Those students went on to successfully book and play at least two gigs. Since then, ten more students have graduated, and eight more women are currently learning and honing their DJ skills.
The culmination of their hard work is celebrated with a live graduation showcase, an event that not only marks their growth but also brings the local community together to celebrate music, their talent, and their creativity.
HDC is rooted in the belief that creating a safe space for women to learn and connect can have a profound impact on their lives, both personally and professionally. The course not only teaches technical skills but also provides opportunities for women to network, support one another, and build lasting relationships that extend beyond the workshop.
Our Team
Julia AKA murcutian
Founder | Lead Instructor - She/Her
Julia aka murcutian is a Bay Area selector, born and raised in San Francisco’s Mission District. A child of an immigrant family from El Salvador - she was exposed to music from an early age. Inspired by her love for music, she began her career as a DJ in 2018, in her bedroom. Not long after, she took to performing at live events all over California. Through her career, she’s been able to rock crowds at El Rio, Cal Academy of Sciences, 1015 Folsom, San Francisco’s annual Carnaval and most recently at Chase Center.
“I believe that one of the most important ways to give back to the community I live in is - knowledge sharing. There’s a gap in BIPOC Feminine representation amongst DJ culture worldwide, in my opinion. I hope to help change that one day. I had an amazing start to my career and I have a strong desire to pay it forward in honor of the amazing, generous folks that shared their creative spaces with me and granted me opportunities to share my passion for music through their respected platforms. With this workshop, I hope to help build long-lasting partnerships and empower Women by teaching them a skill they can feel good about. Music has always been very healing and learning to DJ has been life-changing to me. My intention as your instructor is to share everything I know to help unlock that part of your creativity. To honor your commitment to learning an art form I hold so much love and respect for. I promise to do my best to teach you the fundamentals of DJing as I see them, to help create a strong foundation for this new beginning in your creative journey. I’m grateful for your trust in me and I’m looking forward to working with everyone! Let’s get it!”
Jenna AKA Melodina Boogie
Community & Programs Director - She/Her
Jenna Medina aka Melodina Boogie, is the heart of many moving parts at Her DJ Club. A graduate of our very first season, Jenna’s journey from student to core team member has been one of unwavering dedication, grounded presence, and genuine belief in the vision of our community.
As our Community and Programs Director, Jenna helps organize our events, stage manages our DJ shows, supports our instructor during class, and plays a key role in building partnerships. She’s always ready to step in with thoughtful solutions and creative ideas that have helped shape the growth of our program.
Jenna shows up fully, consistently, and with intention for both our students and our team. Her leadership feels uplifting and empowering from someone who knows the path because she’s walked it, and is committed to making it even stronger for those coming next.
WORK WITH US
Whether you want to learn to DJ or hire us for your event - We Gotchu!
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Join a community of women over eight weeks to learn the fundamental skills of DJing. The program covers essential skills such as counting music, beat matching, curating and organizing music, and preparing for live performances.
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We offer mobile DJ services and have a network of DJs who curate a wide variety of vibes for whatever your needs.
We are also open to collab for residencies, festivals, day parties, and more.
