amanda mccune
Owner at Aardvark Girl LLC
aardvark girl : tv & video production manager , host `` business self-employed creatives '' podcast , business consultant
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Aardvark Girl LLC
https://www.linkedin.com/company/aardvark-girl-llc
I specialize in working with creative business owners in various capacities. Whether I'm producing videos, managing projects, handling budgets and bookkeeping, empowering others to reach their goals, or teaching business workshops, I do whatever I can to help others succeed. I bring a positive attitude to everything I do, because there's no reason work can't also be fun.

PRODUCTION
I am primarily a producer/production manager, but after more than a decade managing production companies, I have handled budgeting, coordinating, casting, locations, asset management, post supervision, and everything in between. I have a passion for documentaries and story-telling videos, but my experience also includes commercials, corporate videos, & content for live shows. I enjoy being involved in any element of production where I can be helpful, resourceful, and ensure a positive outcome. 

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
I have managed companies since I was 17. I love looking at the bigger picture and identifying how all the moving parts need to come together to operate successfully. I often take over the more detailed roles so my clients can focus on their own specialties. I give my full effort to everything I do, and am as invested in your success as I am my own. If you need a trusted partner, an outside perspective, or help managing any aspect of your company or project, let me be the solution for you. 

CONSULTING/COACHING
Whether you’re an individual just getting started, or a long-time business owner, my experience allows me to get to the heart of your struggles and help you reach your goals. I understand that every situation is unique, so I offer personalized solutions customized to fit your individual needs and budget. The details of running a business can be overwhelming, but the freedom and success are so rewarding. I will help you feel confident and proud about making a living doing what you love.
Las Vegas, Nevada Area
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Owner
Business for Self-Employed Creatives Podcast
https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-for-self-employed-creatives-podcast
Helping business owners, freelancers & other self-employed creatives succeed… and have fun doing it. 

It can be overwhelming at times, but there’s nothing like the privilege of working for yourself – making your own rules, owning your time, and trusting your instincts to make the right decisions. 

This podcast is about the common issues self-employed individuals face in business, along with solutions that work for other creatives like you. Aardvark Girl is a producer, project manager & business specialist with 20+ years of experience managing companies & coaching people in creative industries. She helps you get a handle on the business side of things so you can focus on your talent. 

Let’s get to work!
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Podcaster
The Womanpreneur Podcast
https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-womanpreneur-podcast
The Womanpreneur Podcast is a fresh, fun, yet casual platform that inspires listeners and viewers to keep their vibes high, their dreams big, and to know they’re not alone. With complementary yin-yang-like personalities and backgrounds that give it a modern-day "Odd Couple" humor, Melissa and Amanda’s support of one another and their fans is infectious. At its core, The Womanpreneur Podcast is simply two business-minded friends paying forward what they’ve learned so far – all while celebrating empowerment in business and life.
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Co-Host
SMP Vegas
https://www.linkedin.com/company/sun-media-productions
SMP Vegas is a full service video production and post-production company specializing in producing and editing TV & Radio commercials, long-form video projects, in-room videos, etc. from idea conception through final delivery.

When I started here in 2006, the company had just undergone a couple changes in ownership and was in a state of disarray. It was up to me to organize all of the company's operations, from daily scheduling to project management to billing procedures. Within the first two years, I streamlined a multitude of processes, which in turn decreased expenses and increased profits. I have continued to develop my reputation of providing excellent client services, and being able to make seemingly unreasonable requests possible and successful.

I never feel I am limited to a list of written job requirements, but rather that I do whatever is necessary to ensure the best outcome for my company and for my clients. That being said, some of my regular responsibilities at SMP Vegas included:

•	Managing staff and coordinating daily schedules
•	Project organization, estimating and budgeting
•	Producing/Production coordination
•	Rate negotiations with clients and vendors
•	Client services
•	Licensing and permitting
•	General office management	
•	Accounting - A/P Approval, A/R creation and reporting, collections
•	Maintaining weekly sales projection reports for CFO
•	P&L Management and reporting  
•	Final product QC & delivery
Henderson, NV
Director of Operations
The Vegas Minute
The Vegas Minute was a weekly high-energy entertainment segment promoting weekend events in Vegas to our feeder markets (LA, San Diego, San Francisco, Honolulu, and Houston) for Vegas.com.

When we took over this account from the previous company, I was able to streamline the process to make scheduling more efficient for my staff, the client, and the PR companies with whom we worked. I received regular compliments about the improved quality of the segment from the client, stations, and viewers. 

As producer of the Vegas Minute, my key responsibilities were:

•	Working with Senior Content Developer & Business Development to coordinate story ideas
•	Collaborating with PR teams and celebrity agents to showcase dynamic interaction with host and subject, while highlighting important features for viewers
•       Scheduling interviews, coordinating locations, booking crews, and setting up weekly live satellite feeds with celebrities
•	Obtaining B-roll footage from performers, events, properties, etc. to intersperse with footage shot by the SMP Vegas crew
•	Coordinating and managing weekly schedules for production and post-production team, based on segment air dates
•	Overseeing final product QC & delivery to stations for broadcast
Las Vegas, NV
Producer
Vegas Media Group
https://www.linkedin.com/company/stella-productions
Vegas Media Group, which includes Stella Productions and Post Digital, is a full-service production and post-production business. When I was hired, the company had just reformed following a bankruptcy. Though hired primarily for scheduling, I saw the need for improvement in various other areas, and proactively worked on organizing overall operations. 

My biggest undertaking was getting the books current. With multiple people trying to make entries in Quickbooks, accounts payable and receivable were completely disorganized and inaccurate. I went back through hard copies of what had been sent and received, and got everything up-to-date within a month.

I also implemented new contact management, scheduling, and work order systems to organize daily operations for the rest of the staff.

I developed a strong rapport with clients for my extra efforts to ensure success of their projects. These relationships ultimately led to being recruited for my position at SMP Vegas.

While my responsibilities at Vegas Media Group were constantly evolving, some of my primary duties were as follows:

•	Managing staff and coordinating daily schedules
•	Project organization, estimating and budgeting
•	Client services
•	General office management
•	HR – new hires and terminations; benefit coordination; payroll
•	Accounting - A/P, A/R, collections
Las Vegas, Nevada
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Operations Manager
SonicPool
https://www.linkedin.com/company/sonicpool
When I started at SonicPool, it was a startup audio post-production facility with three owners/engineers. They hired me to organize and manage all of the non-editing functions. With no previous experience or knowledge in the post field, I quickly learned how the business worked and how to improve the efficiency of daily operations. 

I implemented and maintained numerous systems for daily workflow, scheduling, accounting, client services, and project management. 

I also took a music publishing class at UCLA to spearhead the creation of a music cue library. I worked with various musicians and composers to start building the internal library, while learning the business requirements involved in operating such a company.

In addition, my basic responsibilities at SonicPool included the following:

•	Managed staff and coordinated daily schedules
•	Client services
•	General office management
•	HR – benefit coordination, payroll	
•	Accounting - A/P, A/R, collections
Hollywood, CA
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Business Manager
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Business Management
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Colorado State University
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Sigma Beta Delta, International Honor Society for Business, Management, and Administration
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Hi. I'm “Aardvark Girl” and this is "Business for Self-Employed Creatives." I am a producer, project manager, and business specialist, and I created this podcast because I’m passionate about helping business owners and freelancers succeed… and have fun doing it. There’s nothing like the privilege of working for yourself – making your own rules, owning your time, and trusting your instincts to make the right decisions.

But I’ll be honest – it’s not always easy. It can feel overwhelming with all the things you have to do. But you CAN do it – you just have to be motivated and willing to do the work. My tips will help you handle the “business” side of things so you can focus on your talent. You already have everything you need to succeed. I’m just here to guide you.

I know you’re busy, so these episodes will be short and get right to the point. I’ll share the common issues we face, along with the solutions that have worked for me and my clients.

You can watch or listen to episodes in any order, and if there’s a topic you want to hear about – email info@aardvarkgirl.com or DM me on social @aardvarkgirl.

Please subscribe on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode, and share with your other self-employed creative friends.

Thanks for joining me!
The "Business for Self-Employed Creatives" Podcast
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The Voice Actors Studio is a coaching and recording facility for the voiceover community in Las Vegas. The brainchild of the Melissa & Troy Moats, the business was born out of a strong desire to help inform, encourage, and support local talent as they develop their careers. 

TVAS brought me on as a consultant in 2016, and in March 2017 I began a complete overhaul of the company's operations. I have been analyzing every aspect of the business to find ways to improve efficiency in various systems related to scheduling, personnel management, bookkeeping, etc. In addition, I act as the Studio Manager, working remotely to make sure everything is running smoothly. I also teach a variety of business-related workshops at the studio. I am happy to be part of a community that is full of so many fun, talented, and supportive people!
The Voice Actors Studio
http://www.thevoiceactorstudio.com
SKECHERS | Spring & Fall 2017 - 2022 Marketing Video | Post Supervisor

GRB STUDIOS | Intervention (Seasons 22 & 23, 16 episodes) | Production Manager

BLUE ORIGIN | NS-12, NS-16, NS-17, NS-18 & NS-19 Human Launch Webcasts | Production Manager

MERCEDES | Tony Hawk EQT Concept commercial | Production Manager

BEST BUY | Creative Lighting Photography Workshop | Producer

HERE TECHNOLOGIES | 2019-2020 CES Annual Marketing & Social Media Content | Producer

JBARROWS | JB Sales Training Videos | Producer

AUTODESK UNIVERSITY | 2017-2019 Annual Conference & Exhibit Marketing & Social Media Content | Producer

R&R PARTNERS | Las Vegas “Permissions” National Commercial | Producer/Celebrity Coordinator

ADOBE | Adobe Max 2019 | Producer

BLIZZARD ENTERTAINMENT | Blizzcon 2017-2019 | Line Producer

CAESARS ENTERTAINMENT | Paris Las Vegas Commercial | Producer

THE NEON MUSEUM | Boneyard Ball Video & B-Roll Package | Producer

REGENT SPLENDOR | “Boogie Wonderland,” “Crossroads,” “Gypsy Soul,” & “Diamond Run” Shows | Production Manager

AICPA | 2019 Engage Conference | Producer

ADOBE | 2019 Summit Convention | Producer

VIACOM | TVLand “Younger” Promo Videos with Miriam Shor | Production Manager

DREAM OUT LOUD | Feature-length Documentary | Producer/Executive Producer

UNLV | Governor Sandoval Video | Production Manager

UNLV | William S. Boyd School of Law 20th Anniversary Videos | Production Manager

NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINES | “Bliss” Show | Line Producer

E. & J. GALLO WINERY | 2018 Global Distributor Conference | Production Manager/Line Producer

NFL | “Steve Smith Works at Taco Bell” | Post Supervisor

FINAL FANTASY XV | “New Legacies” | Post Supervisor

BLIZZARD ENTERTAINMENT | Overwatch League World Cup Video Content | Producer

BLIZZARD ENTERTAINMENT | Overwatch Contenders Video Content | Production Manager

LVCVA / UNLV | 2016 PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE | Project Manager/Line Producer
Recent Production Projects
https://www.aardvarkgirl.com
The Womanpreneur Podcast is a fresh, fun, yet casual platform that inspires listeners and viewers to keep their vibes high, their dreams big, and to know they’re not alone. With complementary yin-yang-like personalities and backgrounds that give it a modern-day "Odd Couple" humor, Melissa and Amanda’s support of one another and their fans is infectious. At its core, The Womanpreneur Podcast is simply two business-minded friends paying forward what they’ve learned so far – all while celebrating empowerment in business and life.

Available on YouTube and wherever you listen to podcasts.
The Womanpreneur Podcast
https://thewomanpreneurpodcast.com
"Dream Out Loud" is a documentary that tells the story of U2 fans' connection to the band, the music, and each other. Filmmaker/Director David Barry (Makai Studios) launched a Kickstarter campaign in February 2017 to raise the funds to make this film, one that he's been wanting to make for more than a decade. U2 fans from around the world answered the call and made this dream a reality. 

David enlisted me to produce this film before the campaign launch. We have worked together for many years and have often talked about our own U2 stories. From April - July 2017, we interviewed 200 fans in more than 25 cities and 5 countries along the Joshua Tree 30th Anniversary Tour. These fans ranged in age from 12-74, representing over 25 nations, all with their own perspectives about this amazing community. This was truly a passion project, and I am honored to be a part of it.
Dream Out Loud
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Animal Welfare
The Animal Foundation
Cat Companion/Socialization & Adoption Assistance
Animal Welfare
Nevada SPCA
https://www.linkedin.com/company/nevada-spca
Cat Socialization
Health Education Services
COVID-19 Compliance Officer for Music Video, Commercial, Television & Film Production Sets
Safe Sets International
COVID-19 Level A
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        At TVandRadioVoices.com, Inc., we very much enjoying working with Amanda McCune. She’s been a real beacon of light in our business. Before Amanda joined us, it was a struggle to keep up with billing, invoicing and payroll. Since hiring Amanda, everything just gets taken care of. She learned our systems and operates within those and she’s amazing! Amanda has made some suggestions to improve our processes and even client procurement strategies. She spent some real time with us initially and works with us weekly, always available when we need her. Amanda is available, communicative, collaborative and creative. She just makes our business run smoother. I’d recommend Amanda to any business who needs a consultant or business manager. She has so many wonderful skills!  David Barry
      
          



            
              
        
              
  

    
        A creative mind is not a linear place to be.  Amanda knows how to connect the dots.  One of her greatest strengths is her ability to help organize creative talent.  I know this from my own experience with her while working on the film Dream Out Loud.  This was a film I had wanted to make for nearly 20 years, a film about U2 and their relationship with their fans.  I had a plan, I could see how it needed to come together, but how do you organize 200 interviews, in 5 countries and still stay focused on the story?  Amanda took the reigns on the organizational side for me. She contacted each interviewee, set up times and locations, including back up opportunities to ensure that each person that wanted to be interviewed for the film could be.  Every morning I would receive a succinct e-mail with the days itinerary of interviews, and some notes on each person.  All I had to do was concentrate on the story, and how to get them all into the film.   She was an incredible sounding board for me as I went through the creative process, and always took care of the administrative details.  She made every e-mail and letter we needed to send better.  She secured the music licenses needed for the songs I wanted to include.  Amanda dares to believe that anything can be achieved because she knows that it is only a function of how hard you are willing to work at it.   Everything she did on that film allowed me to be as creative as I could be, focused on the story, and because of that Dream Out Loud is a better film.  Thank you Aardvark girl! Mark Guyot
      
          



            
              
        
              
  

    
        Before working with Amanda I was a bit lost. Lost for time!  I was no where near organized before Amanda and she walked me through some very simple ways to get a handle on my books and budgets.  It just so happens, all the things I don't enjoy spending my time on, are her strengths! Excellent eye for detail and any one who is running a successful business would benefit from her insight and talents in managing, tracking and reminding!!! Excellent all around, from production producing, management to book keeping.  Jody Montoya
      
          



            
              
        
              
  

    
        Amanda has an ease about her that makes accounting less of a chore.  Somehow she manages to engage me in my own QuickBooks, something no other business consultant has been able to do.  I look forward to our reviews and her suggestions for my company.  She knows her craft and loves to help people.
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Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Amanda McCune
Executive Director of Communications and Public Relations
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Durham, NC
Amanda McCune
Research Associate II at Ribometrix
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Edinburgh
Amanda McCune
Psychology Student at Queen Margaret University | Aspiring Educational Psychologist | Interests: dyslexia, autism, play therapy, forest schools, neurodiversity, and learning through play.
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Brooklyn, NY
Amanda McCune
Wish Relationship Associate  at Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York
Producers Network
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Media & Marketing Professionals Worldwide
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Sigma Beta Delta Honor Society
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Video Production Las Vegas
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Film & TV Tech Professionals
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Film Financing Group
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