Marine Corps MOS · Support
5511 Member, The President's Own, United States Marine Band
Overview
A member of The President's Own, United States Marine Band serves permanently with the band as an instrumentalist or in a music related technical support role. The member reports directly to the Marine Band at Marine Barracks, Washington, DC, and performs duties exclusively with the United States Marine Band.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- performance under pressure
- teamwork and collaboration
- discipline and reliability
- attention to detail
- time management
- event support and coordination
- public engagement and protocol awareness
- basic administrative skills
- rehearsal and schedule management
- adaptability to changing requirements
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
- Acoustica Mixcraft
- Apple GarageBand
- Appointment scheduling software
Civilian Career Paths
- Music and Entertainment
- Administration
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Audio Engineer (CEA)
Career Growth
- Certified Administrative Professional (CAP)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
What the Work Involves
- Perform before live audiences in concerts, recitals, educational presentations, and other social gatherings.
- Sing a cappella or with musical accompaniment.
- Interpret or modify music, applying knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm, and voice production to individualize presentations and maintain audience interest.
- Specialize in playing a specific family of instruments or a particular type of music.
- Sing as a soloist or as a member of a vocal group.
Related Occupations
- Music Directors and Composers
- Actors
- Choreographers
- Dancers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 5511. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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