Make More Music. Own Your Career.
Offload Royalties, Playlists & Tour Admin.
Stop losing 25+ creative recording hours every week uploading release metadata to DistroKid, chasing uncollected SoundExchange and ASCAP/BMI royalties, submitting endless curator pitches on SubmitHub, booking tour accommodations, and packaging Bandcamp merch orders. Sagedoer provides vetted, music-business-trained Virtual Assistants overseen by a Free Dedicated Project Manager.
Active Release & Career Pipeline
Release Metadata & DSP Delivery
Uploading ISRC/UPC tags, lyric synchronization, and pitching editors directly inside Spotify for Artists & Apple Music 4 weeks pre-release.
PRO Royalties & Neighboring Rights
Registering tracks with ASCAP/BMI, logging master recordings with SoundExchange, capturing mechanicals on The MLC, and tracking split sheets.
Tour Routing, Riders & Direct-to-Fan
Assembling Master Tour itineraries, submitting venue tech riders, advancing soundchecks with promoters, and tracking Bandcamp/Shopify merch.
25+ Hrs
Saved Per Artist / Week
100%
Master & Publishing Retention
0%
Royalty Takes or Commission Cuts
Up to 70%
Career Admin Cost Reduction
What Your Sagedoer Recording Artist VA Manages Daily
Writing anthems, producing master recordings, and rocking the stage build your legacy; burning 30 hours a week on split sheet admin, DSP metadata fields, and promo email follow-ups drains your inspiration. Our VAs take complete ownership of your day-to-day career operations:
DSP Release Uploads & Metadata Precision
Eliminate missed release windows and corrupted credits. We structure clean uploads across distributors and streaming portals.
- Uploading to DistroKid, TuneCore, CD Baby, or Symphonic
- Cataloging ISRC, UPC, explicit tags, and contributor credits (producers/mixers)
- Submitting Spotify for Artists editorial pitches & Canvas loops 4 weeks prior
PRO Registrations & Royalty Collection
Collect every dollar your music generates globally. We register works across performing rights and neighboring rights agencies.
- Registering composition splits with ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, or PRS for Music
- Cataloging master sound recordings on SoundExchange for digital radio royalties
- Registering mechanicals with The MLC (Mechanical Licensing Collective)
Playlist Pitching & Music Blog PR
Trigger algorithmic discovery. We run outreach campaigns to verified independent playlist curators, reviewers, and radio stations.
- Executing targeted curator submissions on SubmitHub, Groover, and DailyPlaylists
- Building tailored pitch emails for indie Spotify curators and college radio DJs
- Distributing Electronic Press Kits (EPK) to genre-specific music blogs & Hype Machine outlets
Tour Routing, Promoters & Venue Logistics
Tour without headaches or missed soundchecks. We coordinate venue contracts, stage plots, hospitalities, and travel schedules.
- Building comprehensive Master Tour itineraries with hotel, van, and venue details
- Advancing production riders, input lists, and wireless frequencies with venue engineers
- Updating tour dates on Bandsintown, Songkick, and official artist websites
Sync Licensing Stems & DISCO.ac Organization
Get your catalog sync-ready for Netflix, commercial, and game placements. We tag metadata and organize instrumental stems.
- Cataloging instrumental, TV, and acapella WAV/MP3 stems inside DISCO.ac
- Tagging BPM, key, mood, tempo, lyrical themes, and 100% pre-cleared contact info
- Tracking music supervisor outreach lists and brief submission deadlines
Direct-to-Fan Merch & Superfan Care
Turn streams into sustainable income. We manage your eCommerce store, fulfill physical orders, and nurture your core fan community.
- Managing Bandcamp and Shopify vinyl/CD/apparel orders and tracking
- Coordinating print-on-demand suppliers and tour merch inventory sheets
- Moderating VIP Patreon tiers, Discord channels, and monthly email newsletters
DSPs, Royalty Portals & Tour Suites We Navigate Daily
Zero training lag. Our virtual assistants plug directly into your music distribution accounts, royalty clearinghouses, and touring apps.
How It Works: In 4 Simple Phases
No talent agency commissions, no 20% manager cuts, and zero operational onboarding friction. Your artist support pipeline is supervised by a Dedicated Project Manager from day one.
Submit Requirements
Share your artist profile: musical genre, release schedule, distribution portal (DistroKid, TuneCore), PRO affiliation (ASCAP, BMI, PRS), and priority bottlenecks via Email, WhatsApp, or Contact Form.
Finalise the Deal
Our dedicated project manager connects promptly with you to audit your catalog metadata, configure role-based access in your distributor/PRO accounts, align brand aesthetics, and establish weekly deliverables.
Expert Execution
Your project manager directly supervises ISRC uploads, verifies royalty registrations, reviews playlist pitch copy, coordinates venue riders, and guarantees impeccable execution on every release.
Pay Only for Output
We log and charge exclusively for the virtual assistant's actual productive research, submission, and coordination hours. Your dedicated project manager's supervision, onboarding, and QA are 100% free.
Traditional Artist Managers vs. Sagedoer Managed Music VAs
Why independent recording artists, chart-topping producers, and touring acts choose Sagedoer over 15%–20% gross commission cuts and unvetted freelance marketplaces.
| Evaluation Metric | Traditional Managers & Freelancers | The Sagedoer Advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Commissions & Fee Structures | 15%–20% gross revenue cuts across streaming, merch, and live tours, or $35–$65/hr domestic assistants. | Predictable rates from $6/hr with 0% commission cuts on your royalties, merch, or shows. |
| Operational Supervision | Artist must double-check every metadata field, review split sheets, and micromanage freelance tasks. | Dedicated Project Manager acts as your single point of contact and administrative gatekeeper. |
| Unreleased Masters & IP Security | Unvetted gig workers with zero signed NDAs handling unreleased WAV masters, stems, and album concepts. | Strict contractual NDAs, encrypted password vaults, and least-privilege cloud isolation. |
| Deployment Speed | Weeks lost interviewing candidates and training someone on ISRC rules and PRO registrations from scratch. | Rapid deployment in 24–48 hours with pre-screened music industry support assistants. |
| Invoicing & Time Transparency | Multiple invoices, messy time logs, and billing friction during chaotic release weeks. | Consolidated weekly USD invoicing with verified task-level activity logs. |
| Turnover & Tour Continuity | A freelancer suddenly vanishes mid-tour, leaving venue soundcheck riders and travel uncoordinated. | Immediate bench backup with clear SOP documentation to keep your music career humming smoothly. |
Simple, Predictable Hourly Rates
No long-term contracts, no manager commission splits, and zero hidden platform overhead. Dedicated Project Manager supervision is included 100% free.
Part-Time Music VA
Est. $560 USD / Month (4 Weeks)
Full-Time Dedicated
Est. $960 USD / Month (4 Weeks)
What Recording Artists Say About Sagedoer
Real feedback from touring musicians, chart-topping producers, and independent artists
"Before Sagedoer, release week was pure panic—formatting ISRC codes, missing the 4-week Spotify editorial deadline, and dealing with incorrect songwriter splits. My Sagedoer assistant handles uploads, pitching, and PRO registrations flawlessly."
Elena Moreno
Indie Pop Artist & Songwriter, Los Angeles CA
"Having a Dedicated Project Manager oversee our DISCO.ac sync catalog, check BMI split sheets, and submit 80 curator pitches on SubmitHub without charging manager commissions is unreal. At $6/hr, our streaming revenue tripled."
Julian Thorne
Producer & Multi-Instrumentalist, Nashville TN
"We were touring across 14 European cities. Sagedoer's assistant managed our Master Tour itinerary, sent technical stage plots to sound engineers, and handled Bandcamp vinyl shipments with zero friction. We stayed focused on performing."
Liam Ross
Lead Vocalist & Manager, The Neon Drift, London UK
"Before Sagedoer, release week was pure panic—formatting ISRC codes, missing the 4-week Spotify editorial deadline, and dealing with incorrect songwriter splits. My Sagedoer assistant handles uploads, pitching, and PRO registrations flawlessly."
Elena Moreno
Indie Pop Artist & Songwriter, Los Angeles CA
"Having a Dedicated Project Manager oversee our DISCO.ac sync catalog, check BMI split sheets, and submit 80 curator pitches on SubmitHub without charging manager commissions is unreal. At $6/hr, our streaming revenue tripled."
Julian Thorne
Producer & Multi-Instrumentalist, Nashville TN
Frequently Asked Questions About Recording Artist VAs
Specific operational details on master ownership, royalty collection, unreleased audio security, and touring workflows.
Does Sagedoer take any percentage of my publishing, master rights, or royalties?
Never. Unlike traditional talent managers or labels that demand 15% to 20% of your gross earnings across streaming, sync, live performance, and merchandise, Sagedoer works strictly on a flat, transparent hourly rate ($6/hr full-time, $7/hr part-time). You retain 100% of your master recordings, publishing rights, mechanical royalties, and touring income.
How does the assistant protect unreleased masters, stems, and album concepts from leaking?
All Sagedoer personnel sign comprehensive, legally binding Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs). We adhere strictly to zero-local-storage protocols: unreleased master audio files, lyrics, stems, and artwork are accessed solely through your approved cloud vaults (DISCO.ac, Google Drive, Dropbox, Box) with restricted role-based sub-user accounts. Credential access is handled via encrypted password managers (1Password/Bitwarden).
Can the VA handle registrations across ASCAP, BMI, SoundExchange, and The MLC?
Yes. Our music assistants are trained in the complex mechanics of global royalty collection: registering song titles and verified split-sheet percentages with your Performing Rights Organization (ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, or PRS), cataloging master sound recording metadata with SoundExchange for non-interactive digital radio, and registering mechanical rights with The MLC to capture domestic streaming mechanical royalties.
How does the assistant pitch independent Spotify and Apple Music playlist curators?
Following your artist pitch guidelines, your VA coordinates campaigns on vetted platforms like SubmitHub, Groover, and DailyPlaylists. They craft tailored outreach messages highlighting your song's mood, genre tags, and similar artists, submit editorial pitch blurbs inside Spotify for Artists 4 weeks before release date, and follow up with college radio program directors and verified indie curators.
How does the free Dedicated Project Manager benefit my music career?
Your Dedicated Project Manager acts as your remote Label Operations Manager. They ensure release timelines and upload deadlines are met 4 weeks prior to release, audit metadata entries (ISRC, UPC, split sheets), review playlist pitch drafts, track weekly task hours, and guarantee immediate bench backup if an assistant is unavailable. You focus on studio writing and stage performance while your PM oversees execution—at 100% free management cost.
Ready to release more music with zero administrative chaos?
Schedule a 30-minute operational consultation with our music team or message us directly via WhatsApp. We will audit your current release workflows, royalty collection setup, and touring logistics to assign a dedicated Recording Artist VA within 48 hours.
Request Your Recording Artist VA
Tell us your musical genre, upcoming release schedule, active distributor (DistroKid, TuneCore, CD Baby), PRO affiliation (ASCAP, BMI, PRS), and priority administrative bottlenecks.