How To Set Rates As A Producer, Mixer, Or Engineer - Never Feel Underpaid Again

In this episode of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Entertainment Attorney, Miss Krystle dives deep into one of the most critical decisions for music producers: how to set your project rates. Underbilling is a trap many fall into, driven by the desire to help and be "fair." But at what cost? Miss Krystle shares real-world examples of why understanding the true value of your time and skills is crucial for survival in the industry. From determining whether you should ask for backend profits to figuring out if you're charging enough to cover your time, gear, and creativity—it's time to stop leaving money on the table.

Don't wait until it's too late. Protect your time, your creativity, and your business with smarter pricing strategies. Miss Krystle outlines how to make sure you’re getting paid what you're worth, whether you're a producer, mixer, or engineer every time. Whether you’re working on a flat fee or negotiating for backend points, make sure you're covered legally with contracts. If you're not factoring in administrative time or using your skills to add more value to your clients, you're losing money. Watch now and take control of your career before it’s too late.

How to Set Your Rates as a Producer, Mixer, or Engineer - Never Feel Underpaid Again
00:00 Coming Up
00:17 Introduction
01:15 Factors That Determine Rates
01:22 Time
02:33 Gear & Resources
03:27 Level of Creativity
04:02 Knowledge
04:43 Admin Time
05:34 Demand
06:22 Additional Value
07:51 Deals
08:03 Work-For-Hire
08:47 Upfront Payment With Backend Points
10:07 Upfront Payment With Net/Gross Percentage
11:07 Backend Points Only
11:50 Backend Points vs. Upfront Only
13:39 Example Rates
13:51 Engineer Rates
14:13 Editing Rates
15:03 Mixing Rates
17:23 Production Rates
19:50 Review
20:39 Negotiating
21:15 Conclusion

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