How to Understand Budget Distribution for Your Music

By Chris Castle This post is a running version of the individual posts on Record Producer Agreements from the MusicTechPolicy blog.  As we post a few single topics on MTP we will add to this post so eventually you will have the complete article all in one place.  You may link to this post, but do…

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By George Howard Like everything else in the music business, the role of the artist manager is changing. In the good old days (you know, a year or so ago), artist managers largely concerned themselves with helping the artists with whom they worked get record deals, and then – post deal – acting as a … Continue reading Artist Managers Must Understand Their Role Is Now Business Development →

A well thought-out budget is a clear plan for making a film. And a good budget reveals a lot about how a film is going to be made, what kind of story you'll be telling, what kind of crew you plan to use and what sort of equipment you've selected. But how do you prepare a budget that fits your documentary? This article provides a nuts-and-bolts primer on documentary budgeting. Preparing to Create a Budget

Freelancers are often faced with the question of how much to charge for a project. When the project is similar to others you have done, then you have a good idea of the number of hours it will take you, and the costs you will face. But what about when you are pitching for a project that is a bit different from your normal work?
 
 As a freelancer, it is essential to get your estimates right. Too high, and you might not get the project; too low, and you won’t make a profit. With a professional estimate, you will be able to show your client how you have arrived at your cost, which will help them see that your price is fair.
 
 This step-by-step guide will help you think through all the considerations involved in making a professional freelance project estimate, as well as how to set it out clearly so that potential clients can understand your breakdown. | Tags: Estimates, Freelance, Budgeting, Sales, Finance, Planning