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5522 - Production Manager

Summary

Production Managers lead, train, and manage audio/visual production support for band operations, including employing production equipment for rehearsals, live performances, and in the creation of audio/ visual products.

They assist and advise the band leadership on procurement and audio/visual production planning.

As such, Production Managers must have a thorough knowledge of production design and execution including the technical aspects of audio reinforcement and recording, stage and studio lighting, video and photo products, and media editing software.

Production Managers are responsible for additional duties in the bands marketing and communication section to support directed community relations plans, increase public awareness of the Marine Corps and generate publicity for band performances.

Additional internal duties include maintaining band press packages and managing the band official digital media platforms.

They coordinate with local communication strategy and operations office for messaging guidance, cross-training opportunities, and support for where larger production teams may be necessary.

Production Managers must maintain a working knowledge of applicable copyright regulations, directives, and respective digital media user policies due to the distribution of finished audio/video products to various digital media outlets as a marketing tool.

Prerequisites

Must possess MOS 5524.

Must be selected for PMOS 5522 through the 5522 PMOS technical evaluation board.

Requests for PMOS 5522 must be accompanied by a technical evaluation and recommendation from a band officer or enlisted bandleader.

Requirements

Must continue to make sufficient progress in MOS proficiency.

POI CID

None

Duties

For a complete listing of duties and tasks, refer to reference (be), Music Training and Readiness Manual.

Related SOC Title & Code

Music Directors and Composers 27-2041.

Musician, 5524.