Release, Launch & Campaign Management
For teams managing releases, brand launches, content drops, and multi-part campaigns with real deadlines. I build the timeline, map deliverables, assign owners, and keep everything on track until it's done.
Creative work needs structure. I'm a freelance project manager helping creators & teams move from idea to execution.
PMP-Certified • Creative & Digital Project Management • Nashville, TN & Remote
Project Management Services for Artists, Agencies & Creative Organizations
Whether you need someone to run a full project or build improved systems for your team, here's where to start.
Creative Operations & Workflow Design
Improved systems for teams that need a clearer process. I design intake processes, build project templates and dashboards, and create a clear cadence for reviews, approvals, and delivery.
Contract & Fractional Project Management
For teams that need a PM without the overhead. I plug in, ramp fast, and keep delivery moving with clear communication and consistent follow-through.
Who I Work With
Creative project management for music, media, agencies, and product teams. If you've got a project that needs to move, I can help.
Creative agencies
You're balancing clients, approvals, and shifting priorities. I keep the plan current and the work moving.
Record labels, artist management, & music publishers
You're juggling release schedules, rights management, touring logistics, and the demands of managing artist careers, often all at once. I keep the moving parts aligned so nothing falls through.
Film & media productions
From pre-production logistics to post-production coordination, I bring structure to the parts that cannot afford to slip.
Startups & product teams
Fast-moving environments come with high-stakes delivery. I bring calm, clear process without slowing down the momentum.
Nonprofits & mission-driven orgs
You're doing meaningful work with lean teams. I build systems that stretch your capacity without adding overhead.
Independent artists & creators
Creating is the easy part. The deadlines, vendors, moving pieces, and people needed to make it happen are where I come in.
How We'll Work Together
A creative project management process that actually works
Discovery & Goals
We align on project scope, success metrics, and stakeholders, the foundation every well-managed creative project needs.
Planning
Every team works differently. I build the planning structure that fits yours, not the other way around.
Execution
While you focus on the creative work, I handle the coordination, tracking progress, managing cross-functional teams, and keeping everything on schedule.
Testing & Review
We build pre-launch review and quality assurance into every project, so what goes live is actually ready to go live.
Launch & Go Live
We launch together with clean delivery, full documentation, and a handoff that sets your team up for whatever comes next.
Hear from past clients
"Mandy brings the pragmatic scheduling and task prioritization, and the kindness and understanding with which she ebbs and flows with the needs of my projects. She has grown with me as my work has expanded to include my album release, multiple songs for Today grant project, and now Educational Touring Theatre. She has become one of the people I trust most to keep things moving and I wish I would have found her sooner in my career."Alison Brazil, Singer-songwriter, Teaching Artist, Director of Educational Touring Theatre
"Mandy ran point on our AMIA grant submission and helped us land $180K in funding. She brought structure to a tight timeline, kept the team aligned across moving parts, I'd work with her again in a heartbeat."Casey Davis, Former Project Director, Autistic Voices Oral History Project, AMIA
Frequently Asked Questions
I've never worked with a project manager before. Where do we start?
That's completely fine. A lot of my clients haven't. We start with a free discovery call to talk through your project, your timeline, and your goals. From there I'll put together a simple plan so you know exactly what to expect before we begin.
Schedule a callWhat's the difference between a project manager and an administrator?
A project manager owns the full picture: the scope, timeline, risk, stakeholder alignment, and delivery. An administrator supports those functions through scheduling, documentation, and coordination. I work as a dedicated project manager, which means I'm driving decisions and momentum, not just tracking them.
What project management methodology do you use?
I adapt to what works best for your team: agile, scrum, waterfall, or hybrid. If you're new to project management entirely, I'll build a project structure that fits how you already work without overcomplicating it.
Do you work remotely or in person?
Both. I'm based in Nashville, TN and available for in-person engagements locally. I primarily work remotely with clients across the US, with a process designed to run smoothly whether we're in the same room or across time zones.
How many project clients do you typically take on?
I keep my client load intentional and frequently reassess my bandwidth. I typically take on two to three active engagements at a time depending on scope and complexity. I stay present and responsive for every project I take on. If I'm at capacity when you reach out, I'll let you know upfront and we can talk through timing.
Schedule a callDo I need a project manager?
If you're juggling multiple moving pieces to hit a deadline or go-live date, yes. A project is a temporary effort with a defined end date, and most creative and business goals are exactly that. I keep the work on track while making sure the people doing it have what they need to deliver on time, with quality, and without the chaos.
What industries do you specialize in?
My background spans music, media, film, SaaS, e-commerce, marketing, nonprofits, and grant-funded projects. I've managed projects for record labels, artist management companies, music publishers, creative agencies, documentary productions, crowdfunding campaigns, and enterprise SaaS teams. Complex projects with real deadlines are the common thread.
What tools do you use?
I meet your team where you already are. For project management, I work with Asana, Trello, Jira, Wrike, Monday, and Notion. For creative and production work, I work with tools like Figma, Frame.io, Pro Tools, Squarespace, and WordPress. I also use Slack, Zoom, Google Meet, Loom, Salesforce, HubSpot, Google Workspace, and AI-supported workflows where they make the work clearer and more efficient.
How much does it cost to hire a freelance project manager?
Freelance project management rates vary based on scope, timeline, and engagement type. I offer contract, fractional, and project-based work, each priced differently depending on what you need. The best way to get an accurate picture is a quick discovery call where we talk through your project and I can give you a clear proposal.
Schedule a callWhat's the difference between contract and fractional project management?
Contract project management means I'm brought in for a defined project with a clear start and end, such as a launch, campaign, or production. Fractional project management means I work with your team on an ongoing basis for a set number of hours per week or month, functioning as your dedicated PM without the overhead of a full-time hire.
Need a project manager?
Tell me what you're building and your timeline. I'll respond with availability and a proposed next step.
Tip: include scope, stakeholders, and the deadline you're aiming for.
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