How we work
It starts with an application.
Tell us about yourself or your project. We read every application ourselves, reply within 5 to 7 business days, and the first conversation is free.
Steps
Apply
Fill out the application or tell us about your project. Add links, files, and your goals. The more you share, the better we can judge how to help.
We read it
We read every application ourselves and reply within 5 to 7 business days. When someone looks like a good fit, we set up a call.
Free first conversation
We talk through where you are and where you want to go. This first conversation is free.
An honest assessment
We go through your work and tell you where you are strong, where you are behind, and what to fix first.
A plan and a quote
You get clear next steps: skills to build, people to meet, tools to use, and how we will work together. Then we send a quote based on the project.
We work on it together
We coach you through each step, bring in partners when you need them, and adjust the plan as you grow.
Every skill level
Where are you right now?
You have the talent and not much else yet.
That is a fine place to start. We will help you find your strengths, set up the basics, and make your first real pieces of work.
- A skills assessment
- Your first portfolio or demo
- A simple weekly practice plan
- The right first tools
You have work out there and want more people to see it.
We will sharpen your portfolio, fix the weak spots that hold you back, and put you in front of the right people.
- Portfolio and press kit polish
- A release or launch plan
- Introductions and outreach
- Help with your first deals
You are established and ready to grow.
We will help you reach new audiences, negotiate better deals, build your brand, and bring in tools that save you time.
- Deal negotiation support
- Brand and audience growth
- Publishing and royalties
- AI workflows for your business
The practical side
Good to know before you apply
Where we work
Anywhere. We are based in the central US, in the Iowa City area, so in-person sessions, events, and local partners are strongest there. Everything else works remotely.
In person or remote
In-person sessions in the Iowa City area. Video calls and remote work for everyone else.
Under 18
Yes, we work with younger talent. The form asks for a parent or guardian, and they are involved from the first conversation.
What it costs
The first conversation is free. After that, we send you a quote based on the project. Deal structures depend on your field, and we agree on them with you up front.
Funding and publishing
For the right project, we are open to talking about co-funding or publishing. Tell us about it in your application.
Partners
Production partners for music, video, and photo, licensed agencies for deals that need one, lawyers where you live, and game specialists.
Tell us what you are working on.
The more you share, the better. The first conversation is free.