⚖️ Retainer vs. À La Carte Hours Time Tracking/Managenent
Retainer Clients
How time is managed:
Maddie operates as your Chief Marketing Officer and strategic partner, not by the hour.
No hourly tracking is done for:
Team management
Client calls or text communication
Email communication
Strategy, planning, or internal direction
The only hours Maddie personally tracks:
✳️ Laser-Focus Call (1 hour each month)
✳️ On-Set Time (any shoot Maddie attends)
What this means:
Your retainer covers Maddie’s full oversight, leadership, and communication — allowing her to move fluidly as your CMO. The hours in your package are used by the team for executing your deliverables and agreed-upon projects. Additional calls/texting communication with Maddie is INCLUDED in your package without further charges.
À La Carte Clients
How time is managed:
Maddie’s time is fully tracked for all active work, including:
✅ Oversight & project management
✅ Team direction and implementation
✅ Editing and creative production
✅ Shoot time (on-site or virtual)
All tracked time is logged to ensure full transparency and efficiency with your purchased hours.
What this means:
Every minute spent in active creation, management, or delivery is accounted for — giving you clear visibility into how your à la carte hours are utilized.
