Question 1

What is the single biggest suggestion you would give to someone wanting to get into this career?

Mamiko Kushida · Accepted Answer

“When you go to your favorite musicians’ concerts and live shows, you might not pay much attention to the visuals on the stage during the show. Once you focus more on the visuals and projections you will realize how much life they give to the music and event.”

Question 2

What’s the #1 mistake people make when trying to get into this career?

Mamiko Kushida · Accepted Answer

“VJs are not experimental artists. We work for musicians and the audience. Some VJs are not in sync with the music. Of course, you can make and play what you like, but you always have to think what your clients want.
“For example, I’ve seen a VJ duo who are special effects people bring loads of cool cameras and effects controllers but [they have] very limited visual content; after seeing them VJ on five separate occasions their ‘visual show’ felt boring and empty. Also, VJs are not about having expensive equipment. The most important thing for VJs is creativity.”

Question 3

What is the question people should ask about this career but rarely do?

Mamiko Kushida · Accepted Answer

“It’s sad most people don’t even know what a VJ is. VJs might be just background at shows. We are not the main performance at the show. But I want more people to be aware VJs are always trying to be a great addition to the show and try our best to boost it.”

Question 4

What is one thing I should have asked which I didn’t?

Mamiko Kushida · Accepted Answer

“As I mentioned, being a professional VJ is not an easy thing. Nobody knows how hard VJs work for the shows. But your clients (musicians) will really appreciate what you are doing when the shows finish successfully. You will [feel] blessed with your job!”

Question 5

If you could describe in one word what makes you successful, what would it be?

Mamiko Kushida · Accepted Answer

“Music. This doesn’t mean you need to be a musician. Remember, VJs are working for the music and the audience. VJs are nothing without music!”

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