I’m a lifelong creator and musician who believes great stories don’t come from software alone — they come from people with real experience behind them. Over the past three decades, I’ve built a career at the intersection of video, design, print, photography, and storytelling, evolving from hands-on production work into a full-spectrum multimedia specialist. My background spans everything from manufacturing floors and MIG welding to camera rigs, editing bays, and press rooms. That journey shaped how I work: practical, detail-driven, adaptable, and focused on results. I’ve spent years color-correcting, retouching, and preparing press- ready files with precision while leading videography and editing projects that bring brands to life through authentic, engaging stories. I’m equally comfortable behind a camera, inside an editing timeline, or deep in the Adobe Creative Suite as a Photoshop A.C.E. since 2001, with photo retouching and thumbnail design as specialties. Video production, photography, digital signage, large-format print, social content, and audio postproduction all live in the same creative ecosystem for me, and I enjoy making them work together seamlessly. I use modern tools, including AI, where they make sense, but the real engine behind my work is human creativity, experience, and instinct. I know how to hit deadlines, adapt quickly, and deliver polished work without losing the soul of the story. Today, I’m seeking a part-time remote role where I can contribute as a photo retoucher, thumbnail designer, or audio/video postproduction specialist while continuing to create meaningful content that connects and inspires. I know how to hit deadlines, adapt quickly, and deliver polished work without losing the soul of the story. Today, I’m seeking a part-time remote role where I can contribute as a photo retoucher, thumbnail designer, or audio/video postproduction specialist while continuing to create meaningful content that connects and inspires.

Michael McCune

I’m a lifelong creator and musician who believes great stories don’t come from software alone — they come from people with real experience behind them. Over the past three decades, I’ve built a career at the intersection of video, design, print, photography, and storytelling, evolving from hands-on production work into a full-spectrum multimedia specialist. My background spans everything from manufacturing floors and MIG welding to camera rigs, editing bays, and press rooms. That journey shaped how I work: practical, detail-driven, adaptable, and focused on results. I’ve spent years color-correcting, retouching, and preparing press- ready files with precision while leading videography and editing projects that bring brands to life through authentic, engaging stories. I’m equally comfortable behind a camera, inside an editing timeline, or deep in the Adobe Creative Suite as a Photoshop A.C.E. since 2001, with photo retouching and thumbnail design as specialties. Video production, photography, digital signage, large-format print, social content, and audio postproduction all live in the same creative ecosystem for me, and I enjoy making them work together seamlessly. I use modern tools, including AI, where they make sense, but the real engine behind my work is human creativity, experience, and instinct. I know how to hit deadlines, adapt quickly, and deliver polished work without losing the soul of the story. Today, I’m seeking a part-time remote role where I can contribute as a photo retoucher, thumbnail designer, or audio/video postproduction specialist while continuing to create meaningful content that connects and inspires. I know how to hit deadlines, adapt quickly, and deliver polished work without losing the soul of the story. Today, I’m seeking a part-time remote role where I can contribute as a photo retoucher, thumbnail designer, or audio/video postproduction specialist while continuing to create meaningful content that connects and inspires.

Available to hire

I’m a lifelong creator and musician who believes great stories don’t come from software alone — they come from people with real experience behind them. Over the past three decades, I’ve built a career at the intersection of video, design, print, photography, and storytelling, evolving from hands-on production work into a full-spectrum multimedia specialist. My background spans everything from manufacturing floors and MIG welding to camera rigs, editing bays, and press rooms. That journey shaped how I work: practical, detail-driven, adaptable, and focused on results. I’ve spent years color-correcting, retouching, and preparing press- ready files with precision while leading videography and editing projects that bring brands to life through authentic, engaging stories. I’m equally comfortable behind a camera, inside an editing timeline, or deep in the Adobe Creative Suite as a Photoshop A.C.E. since 2001, with photo retouching and thumbnail design as specialties. Video production, photography, digital signage, large-format print, social content, and audio postproduction all live in the same creative ecosystem for me, and I enjoy making them work together seamlessly. I use modern tools, including AI, where they make sense, but the real engine behind my work is human creativity, experience, and instinct. I know how to hit deadlines, adapt quickly, and deliver polished work without losing the soul of the story. Today, I’m seeking a part-time remote role where I can contribute as a photo retoucher, thumbnail designer, or audio/video postproduction specialist while continuing to create meaningful content that connects and inspires.

I know how to hit deadlines, adapt quickly, and deliver polished work without losing the soul of the story. Today, I’m seeking a part-time remote role where I can contribute as a photo retoucher, thumbnail designer, or audio/video postproduction specialist while continuing to create meaningful content that connects and inspires.

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Work Experience

Digital Content Creator / Sound Designer at Mike's Mountain Music Group
August 1, 2022 - Present
Digital content creation and broadcast-quality audio production: narration, music selection, and sound design. Experience includes editing AI narrators for engaging scripts, producing content for brands, and creating videos ranging from music videos to how-to guides and corporate overviews while ensuring content is engaging and viewer-friendly.
Camping Outfitter at Bass Pro Shops
October 1, 2021 - November 1, 2022
Handled camping and hiking gear knowledge for outdoor customers and contributed to storytelling concepts for an adventure-show-related project, turning product experiences into episode material through anecdotes and storytelling.
Videographer Editor / PrePress Technician at Huston Patterson Printers
July 1, 2010 - March 1, 2021
Color-corrected graphics, retouched photos, and prepared press-ready files with high accuracy. Led videography and editing for the Real People series, and managed a multi-digital signage system while using Adobe Creative Suite daily to create cohesive multimedia content across print and digital channels.
Videographer / Designer at Bourbon Street Studio.net
November 1, 2004 - March 1, 2015
Delivered diverse video content quickly and affordably, with expertise in Closed Captioning, SEO, and multilingual video editing. Produced corporate overviews, product demos, and educational series for brands including Polaris, Husqvarna, and John Deere, leveraging digital tools for enhanced online presence.
Multimedia Specialist at Agri-Fab Inc.
January 1, 1987 - July 1, 2010
Spanned 23.5 years from production MIG welder to multimedia marketing specialist. Mastered catalog photography, photo editing, and desktop publishing with Adobe InDesign and Photoshop. Excelled in video production using Canon GL-1 and AH1-X, and Adobe Premiere Pro. Led in-house graphic design, large-format printing, and produced backlit signs and online videos to boost brand visibility.
Digital Content Creator / Sound Designer at Mike's Sound Design
August 1, 2022 - Present
Digital content and sound design work, including editing AI narrators to enhance scripts; produced online videos for brands and built websites; contributed safety and corporate overview content; led projects from concept to finished media.
Videographer at Lewisburg Patterson Company
July 1, 2010 - March 1, 2021
Led videography and editing for the Real People series, color-corrected graphics, retouched photos, and prepared press-ready files. Managed a multi-digital signage system and utilized Adobe Creative Suite daily to create cohesive multimedia content.

Education

Chancellor's Certificate in Electronic Arts and Publishing at University of Missouri-Saint Louis
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001
Certificate courses in Cinematography and Film/Video Production at LinkedBusiness Certificate courses
January 1, 2018 - November 1, 2026
Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS, Music Performance, Business at Lakeland Community College
August 1, 1978 - May 1, 1993
Certificate of Undergraduate Studies in Cinematography and Film/Video Production at Linked Business
January 11, 2030 - May 20, 2026

Qualifications

Chancellor's Certificate in Electronic Arts and Publishing
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001
LinkedBusiness Certificate Courses
January 1, 2018 - April 21, 2026
Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS in Music Performance, Business
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1993

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Retail, Professional Services, Education
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