Find Your Fit
Not sure
where to start?
We'll tell you.
Seven questions. Two minutes. An honest recommendation — not a sales pitch. Answer where you are right now and we'll point you to the offering that actually fits your career stage, your goals, and your budget.
No email required. No obligation. If you want to talk after, there's a free strategy call waiting for you.
7 questions
~2 minutes
No email needed
Honest results
How it works
Seven questions.
One clear path forward.
One clear path forward.
1
Tell us where you are
Career stage, release calendar, and what you've tried before
2
Tell us what you need
Your primary goal, how committed you are, and your realistic budget
3
Get your recommendation
A specific offering matched to your situation — with a clear explanation of why it fits
4
Take the next step (when you're ready)
Book the offering, learn more, or get on a free strategy call — no pressure
Your result could be anything from the Keep It Indie Shop to the Full Collective Partnership — we'll tell you honestly which one fits.
Possible results
Question 01 of 07
Where are you in
your career right now?
your career right now?
Be honest — not where you want to be, but where you actually are. This shapes everything.
Just getting started
First or early releases — building my sound, identity, and initial audience
Gaining traction
Releasing consistently, have a small audience, campaigns have felt scattered or disconnected
Established and ready to scale
Strong catalogue, engaged audience — I need a real team, not just a campaign
Rebranding or pivoting
Shifting my sound, audience, or identity — need to rebuild the narrative from the ground up
Question 02 of 07
What does your release calendar look like?
Be specific — campaign lead times vary and this changes what's actually possible for you.
I have a release in the next 2–4 weeks
Tight timeline — need to move fast
Urgent
Release coming in 1–3 months
Good runway for a strategic campaign approach
I release consistently throughout the year
Multiple drops — need ongoing support, not just one campaign
Nothing scheduled yet — I'm in planning mode
Want to get strategy right before I commit to anything
Question 03 of 07
What is your most important goal right now?
Pick the one that matters most — not the ideal list, the real priority.
Clarity on my narrative and brand
I can't clearly articulate who I am as an artist or who my audience actually is
Press coverage and media credibility
I want to be written about — blogs, outlets, features that build my reputation
Streaming growth and playlist placement
I need more listeners — editorial and curator playlist adds, streaming velocity
Social media presence and content strategy
I post inconsistently — I need a real content direction and regular execution
All of it — everything connected and working together
My campaigns don't talk to each other. I want an integrated team, not separate vendors
Visual brand and design assets
I need a bio, brand identity, EPK, cover art, or website — the creative layer
Question 04 of 07
Have you hired a music marketing service before?
No judgment either way — this tells us how much context-setting we'll need to do together.
No — this would be my first time
I've handled everything myself so far
Yes — a campaign or two, mixed results
Tried PR or playlisting, it worked somewhat but didn't compound
Yes — and I was disappointed
Spent money, felt like a transaction, campaigns didn't connect to each other or my story
Yes — I've worked with agencies regularly
I know what I need and I'm looking for a better, more integrated approach
Question 05 of 07
Are you looking for ongoing support or a one-time push?
Both are valid — this tells us whether a retainer or a campaign is the right structure for you right now.
Ongoing — I want a team in my corner month to month
I want continuity, someone who knows my story, and campaigns that compound over time
One-time — I have a specific release to push
I need a focused campaign for this drop, then I'll reassess
I want to build the foundation first, then decide
Not ready to commit to a retainer yet — I want strategy clarity before execution
I just need one specific service
Playlisting, social content, branding, ads — one thing, done well
Question 06 of 07
How would you describe your current marketing assets?
We need certain foundations in place before campaigns can land — this helps us tell you honestly what comes first.
Strong foundation in place
Current press photos, solid bio, consistent online presence — I'm ready for a campaign
Some things are there, some aren't
Good music, inconsistent branding — a few gaps but nothing that would stop a campaign
Minimal — I'm building as I go
No formal press kit, bio needs work, photos are old — needs attention before promotion
I'm not sure what I even need
I don't know what a strong marketing foundation looks like — that's part of why I'm here
Question 07 of 07
What is your realistic monthly budget for music marketing?
Every budget has the right answer — we'd rather match you honestly than oversell you something that doesn't fit.
Under $250/month
Self-funded, early stage — looking for the highest-value entry point
$250 – $500/month
Small but real budget — one or two focused services at a time
$500 – $1,500/month
Campaign-ready — prepared to invest in a specific push or light ongoing support
$1,000 – $2,000/month
Ready for a real monthly team — this is an ongoing investment in my career
$2,000+/month
Serious investment — I want integrated, multi-service support running simultaneously
Your Result
Start with the Keep It Indie Shop.
The right move, honestly — build the foundation before spending on campaigns.
Based on where you are right now, the most valuable thing you can do is build your foundation before investing in campaigns. Our Keep It Indie Shop has DIY guides and resources for artist development and promotion that give you a real framework — without the agency price tag.
Best FitKeep It Indie ShopDIY Resources
Self-guided resources for independent artists — artist development, promotion frameworks, and the strategic foundations that make professional marketing worth investing in when you're ready.
- DIY promotion guides
- Artist development resources
- Learn the strategy yourself
- Step up to campaigns later
When You're ReadyFirst Press — $397
When you have music releasing and want professional strategy, First Press is the accessible entry point — one session that delivers your Narrative Brief and 90-Day Arc Map.
Your Result
Start with First Press.
The foundation before anything else — and the fastest path into the retainer if you want to keep going.
Before any campaign can land effectively, you need to know exactly who you are, who your audience is, and what story you're telling. First Press answers those questions in one focused session — and gives you a 90-day roadmap you can act on immediately, with or without us.
Best FitFirst Press$397 one-time
One intensive session that delivers the strategic foundation every campaign should be built on — a Narrative Brief, audience profile, brand voice, and a 90-day arc map specific to your career right now.
- Career audit (internal)
- Competitive landscape review
- 60-min strategy session
- Session recording sent to you
- Narrative Brief (2–3 pages)
- 90-Day Marketing Arc Map
Upgrade PathThe Collective Partnership — from $1,000/mo
Do First Press first. If you join the retainer within 30 days, you skip Month 1 entirely — your foundation is already done and you go straight to active campaign execution.
Your Result
You need branding and creative assets.
Campaigns amplify what already exists — let's make sure what exists is worth amplifying.
Before any campaign runs, your visual identity and marketing materials need to match your music. Our branding services — in partnership with Off Trails Studios — can build or rebuild the creative layer that makes every future campaign more credible and more effective.
Best FitBranding + Design (À La Carte)From $150
Pick exactly what you need from our branding menu — built for independent artists who want professional-grade creative assets without a full agency package.
- Bio Creation — $350
- Brand Identity Package — from $1,500
- Website + EPK — from $250
- Cover Art / Artwork — from $300
- Vinyl / CD / Cassette Design — $600
- Spotify Canvases — from $150
Also ConsiderFirst Press — $397
First Press builds the narrative foundation your branding should reflect — do it first and everything you create will be more intentional and more consistent.
Your Result
You're a fit for à la carte services.
One focused service, done well — upgrade when you're ready for the full team.
You know what you need and you're not looking for a full retainer right now. Our à la carte menu lets you hire for exactly the piece that moves the needle — and every service is available as a standalone or as part of a larger engagement when you're ready to scale.
Streaming GrowthPlaylisting + YouTube AdsFrom $100
- Basic Playlisting Package — $250
- Playlisting Subscription — $250/mo
- YouTube Ads Starter (3–4k views) — $100
- YouTube Ads Grow (10–15k) — $300
- YouTube Ads Breakthrough (55–75k) — $1,000
- Organic, vetted playlists only
Social MediaContent + StrategyFrom $60/hr
- Monthly Content Calendar — $350/mo
- Social Media Management — $1,200/mo
- Platform Audit + Consultation — $450
- Content Creation / Edits — $60/hr
Your Result
Your fit is the Launch PR Campaign.
An accessible campaign to get your release covered — the right starting point before you scale.
You have a release coming and a real budget — a targeted PR campaign is the right move. The Launch tier gets you into indie and genre press, builds your coverage history, and starts the credibility chain that makes future campaigns more effective.
Best FitLaunch PR Campaign$500 + $250 newswire
Entry-level PR — targeted indie and genre press coverage for a specific release. Approximately 2–3 placements. Book at least 4 weeks before release date.
- Press release creation + distribution
- Indie + genre-specific outlet outreach
- Editorial write-up for your release
- Post-campaign analytics report
Scale UpMomentum PR Campaign — $1,500
If your budget allows it, Momentum gets you 4–5 placements across music and lifestyle press — plus an optional strategy call that builds a campaign narrative brief before any pitching begins.
Your Result
You're ready for the Momentum PR Campaign.
The most popular campaign tier — built for artists who are ready to be taken seriously.
You have a release with runway, a real budget, and a foundation worth promoting. The Momentum Campaign is built for exactly this moment — integrated media outreach with a campaign narrative brief that ensures every pitch is anchored to your story, not just your release date.
Best FitMomentum PR Campaign$1,500 + $250 newswire
Approximately 4–5 placements across indie, music, and lifestyle press. Includes an optional strategy call for narrative angles and a customized press release. Book 6–8 weeks before release for best results.
- Optional strategy call — story angles
- Customized press release + expanded outreach
- Indie, lifestyle + regional press coverage
- Feature-style articles for your brand
- Post-campaign analytics report
- Rush fee applies if < 4 weeks out
Want More?The Collective Partnership — from $1,000/mo
If your campaigns keep starting from scratch, the retainer changes that — every campaign built on the same narrative, one team who knows your story, month after month.
Your Result
You're a fit for the Spotlight Campaign.
Premium PR for artists ready to be featured in culture and lifestyle press, not just music blogs.
You're established, ready to invest, and want press that builds real cultural credibility. The Spotlight Campaign targets higher-tier publications — lifestyle, culture, and music outlets that elevate your positioning and generate SEO-optimized coverage that lasts beyond the release cycle.
Best FitSpotlight PR Campaign$5,000 (newswire included)
Approximately 6–8 placements across music, lifestyle, and culture publications. Full PR asset suite included. Built for artists who want press that positions them, not just promotes them.
- Strategy call — story angles + narrative
- Full PR asset suite (release + bio)
- Lifestyle, culture + higher-tier publications
- SEO-optimized coverage for longevity
- General newswire distribution included
- Post-campaign analytics report
Stack ItThe Collective Partnership — $1,800/mo (Full Collective)
Spotlight clients who move into the Full Collective tier run 2–3 services simultaneously — PR, playlisting, and social all connected and pulling in the same direction every month.
Your Result
You're ready for The Collective Partnership — Partner Tier.
Your dedicated marketing team. One narrative. Every campaign connected.
You're done with isolated campaigns. You want a team that knows your story, builds every campaign on the same foundation, and brings you opportunities you didn't have to go looking for. The Partner tier is the right entry point into the retainer — one active campaign service per month, a performance review, monthly social strategy, and a dedicated point of contact who owns your engagement.
Best FitCollective Partnership — Partner$1,000/month · 3-month min
Month 1 builds your entire foundation. Month 2 onward — active campaigns, monthly reviews, social strategy, and proactive opportunities all connected to the same narrative arc.
- Career audit + competitive landscape
- 60-min strategy session + Narrative Brief
- 90-Day Arc Map + Month 2 brief pre-built
- One active campaign service / month
- Monthly performance review + plan
- Monthly social media content direction
- 2 proactive opportunities / month
- One dedicated point of contact
Not Sure Yet?Start with First Press — $397
Experience the PFC approach with one session first. Upgrade within 30 days and skip Month 1 entirely — going straight to active campaign execution.
Your Result
You're ready for The Full Collective.
The most integrated tier — 2–3 services running simultaneously, every month.
You're releasing consistently, ready to invest seriously, and want everything working together at the same time — not one service at a time. The Full Collective runs 2–3 active services simultaneously, includes full social media management, quarterly narrative recalibration, and priority turnaround on every deliverable.
Best FitFull Collective — Most Popular$1,800/month · 3-month min
Everything in the Partner tier — at scale. PR, playlisting, social management, and ads all connected to one narrative. Built for artists releasing regularly who need a full team running in parallel.
- Everything in Partner tier
- 2–3 simultaneous active services
- Priority turnaround on all deliverables
- Quarterly Narrative Brief recalibration
- Full social media management (2 platforms)
- Distribution clients: integrated release management
Not Quite Ready?Partner Tier — $1,000/month
If you're not sure you need the full tier yet, start with Partner. You can upgrade to Full Collective at any renewal point — no restart, no new onboarding.
Your Result
Let's talk about your situation.
A quiz can only go so far — 30 minutes with us will give you a clearer answer than any algorithm.
Based on what you've shared, the right offering depends on details a quiz can't fully capture. You might be a strong fit for the Partner retainer, a Momentum campaign, or First Press — but a free strategy call will tell us more in 30 minutes than seven questions can. It's free, there's no pressure, and we'll be honest even if the answer is "not yet."
Next StepFree 30-Min Strategy CallFree · No obligation
We'll look at your music, your release calendar, and your goals together — and tell you honestly which path fits where you are right now. No pitch deck. No hard sell.
- No preparation needed
- Honest recommendation
- 30 min via Zoom
- With a senior PFC team member
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