Stories, careers and news from India’s independent creative economy.
India’s music sector grew 10% in 2025, but labels’ other income rose 26%. That split explains why an artist’s career cannot be built around streams alone.
NOV 10, 2026 · 9 MIN READ
A practical portfolio guide for Indian designers, photographers, editors, writers and other creative freelancers: choose the right work, explain your role and make it easy to contact you.
A practical TDS checklist for India's freelance creatives: what to ask before invoicing, which records to keep, and how to reconcile tax credit after payment.
A practical split-sheet guide for Indian songwriters, producers and artists: what to agree in the room, what to record, and how to carry credits into release metadata.
A practical guide for musicians, bands and DJs who want college-fest bookings in India—from finding the right student team to pricing, riders and payment.
A practical guide to freelance video editor rates in India, with transparent project bands, pricing formulas, scope controls and legal basics.
A practical 2026 guide to freelance writing rates in India, covering per-word, hourly, project and retainer pricing for blogs, copywriting, scripts and technical work.
Curated dispatches on festival commissions, day rates, and verified credits across India.