What is VJ? What are the regulations regarding VJ in Vietnam?

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1. What is VJ? Job description of a VJ

VJ stands for Video Jockey, a term that refers to people who specialize in organizing and hosting music programs on media channels such as television, radio, the internet, and other media platforms. To put it simply, the VJ profession is a small branch of the MC field - (host).

Job description

The job of a VJ includes tasks such as:

- Develop program content

VJ is the person responsible for creating the program's content, including selecting songs and music videos that are suitable for the program's theme and audience. VJs also need to grasp the latest music trends to make appropriate suggestions.

- Transmit program content

VJ is the person who directly conveys the program content to the audience. VJs need to have fluent speaking skills and be able to inspire and attract viewers. VJs also need to have knowledge about music to be able to introduce and comment on songs and music videos accurately and attractively.

- Exchange and interview guests

In some programs, VJs are responsible for interacting with and interviewing guests. VJs need to be able to communicate skillfully and flexibly to create interesting conversations that appeal to viewers.

In addition to having the ability to perform the above tasks, VJs are also required to possess other skills, such as:

- Communication skills

Communication skills are important factors that help VJs create sympathy and trust with the audience. VJs need to know how to behave skillfully in different situations, as well as be able to communicate fluently to convey information effectively.

- Foreign language skill

Foreign language skills help VJs access international music sources and interact with international artists.

- Skills in using information technology

Skills in using information technology help VJs quickly update the latest music trends, as well as use technical equipment during the hosting process.

- Teamwork skill

Teamwork skills help VJs coordinate effectively with members of the program's production crew.

Thus, VJ stands for Video Jockey, referring to people who host music programs in the media. A VJ is required to possess many professional and soft skills.

2. What are the regulations regarding VJ in Vietnam?

Currently, Vietnamese law does not have specific regulations for the VJ profession. However, it can be based on general regulations on labor standards; rights, obligations, responsibilities of employees, employers, etc. to refer to the legal regulations on entering into labor contracts for the VJ profession as follows:

- Employment contract

+ An employment contract is an agreement between an employee and an employer on a paid job, salary, working conditions, and the rights and obligations of each party in the labor relations.

A document with a different name is also considered an employment contract if it contains the agreement on the paid job, salary, management and supervision of a party.

+ Before recruiting an employee, the employer shall enter into an employment contract with such employee.

- Forms of employment contract

+ An employment contract shall be concluded in writing and made into two copies, one of which will be kept by the employee, the other by the employer, except for the case specified in Clause 2 of Article 14 of Labor Code 2019.

An employment contract in the form of electronic data conformable with electronic transaction laws shall have the same value as that of a physical contract.

+ Both parties may conclude an oral contract with a term of less than 01 month, except for the cases specified in Clause 2 Article 18, Point a Clause 1 Article 145 and Clause 1 Article 162 of Labor Code 2019.

- Principles for conclusion of an employment contract

+ Voluntariness, equality, good faith, cooperation and honesty.

+ Freedom to enter into an employment contract which is not contrary to the law, the collective bargaining agreement and social ethics.

In addition, VJ is also responsible for complying with other relevant regulations.

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