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Creative Professional & Freelance Workflows

Version: 1.0.0 Created: 2025-12-12 Category: Creative Professional & Freelance Total Workflows: 50 (10 per category)

1. Freelance Business​

1.1. client-acquisition-funnel​

  • Description: Multi-channel client acquisition workflow with lead tracking, qualification, and conversion optimization
  • Trigger: /acquire-client or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: freelance-business-manager, sales-funnel-optimizer, email-automation-specialist
    • Commands: /crm-sync, /lead-score, /outreach-sequence
  • Steps:
    1. Lead capture - freelance-business-manager - Aggregate leads from multiple sources (website, LinkedIn, referrals)
    2. Lead qualification - sales-funnel-optimizer - Score leads based on budget, timeline, fit criteria
    3. Automated outreach - email-automation-specialist - Send personalized introduction sequence
    4. Discovery call scheduling - freelance-business-manager - Calendly integration and confirmation
    5. Pre-call research - sales-funnel-optimizer - Gather client background and pain points
    6. Proposal preparation - freelance-business-manager - Create customized proposal template
    7. Follow-up automation - email-automation-specialist - Scheduled follow-up sequences
    8. Conversion tracking - sales-funnel-optimizer - Analytics and funnel optimization
  • Tags: sales, marketing, client-acquisition, automation, CRM

1.2. proposal-creation-system​

  • Description: Standardized proposal generation with pricing calculator, scope definition, and timeline estimation
  • Trigger: /create-proposal or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: proposal-writer, pricing-strategist, contract-specialist
    • Commands: /price-calculator, /scope-template, /timeline-estimator
  • Steps:
    1. Client brief analysis - proposal-writer - Review discovery call notes and requirements
    2. Scope definition - proposal-writer - Break down deliverables and milestones
    3. Pricing calculation - pricing-strategist - Apply pricing model (hourly, fixed, value-based)
    4. Timeline estimation - proposal-writer - Create realistic project timeline with buffer
    5. Template population - proposal-writer - Fill branded proposal template
    6. Terms and conditions - contract-specialist - Include payment terms, revisions, IP rights
    7. Visual enhancement - proposal-writer - Add portfolio samples and case studies
    8. QA review - contract-specialist - Verify accuracy and professionalism
    9. PDF generation - proposal-writer - Export professional PDF with branding
    10. Delivery tracking - proposal-writer - Send via proposal software with view tracking
  • Tags: proposals, pricing, contracts, sales, documentation

1.3. contract-management-lifecycle​

  • Description: Contract creation, e-signature, tracking, and renewal management with compliance checks
  • Trigger: /manage-contract or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: contract-specialist, legal-reviewer, compliance-auditor
    • Commands: /contract-template, /e-sign, /renewal-reminder
  • Steps:
    1. Contract selection - contract-specialist - Choose appropriate template (MSA, SOW, NDA)
    2. Customization - contract-specialist - Tailor terms to project requirements
    3. Legal review - legal-reviewer - Check compliance with local laws and industry standards
    4. Client collaboration - contract-specialist - Share draft for client feedback
    5. Negotiation tracking - contract-specialist - Track changes and version history
    6. E-signature setup - contract-specialist - Send via DocuSign/HelloSign
    7. Execution monitoring - contract-specialist - Track signature status and reminders
    8. Storage and indexing - contract-specialist - Store in secure contract repository
    9. Milestone tracking - contract-specialist - Link contract to project milestones
    10. Renewal management - contract-specialist - Set renewal reminders and re-negotiation triggers
  • Tags: contracts, legal, compliance, e-signature, document-management

1.4. time-tracking-invoicing-integration​

  • Description: Automated time tracking with project categorization, billable hour calculation, and invoice generation
  • Trigger: /track-time or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 5-15m
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: time-tracker, invoice-generator, financial-analyst
    • Commands: /time-entry, /generate-invoice, /expense-report
  • Steps:
    1. Time entry - time-tracker - Log hours with project/task categorization
    2. Billable vs non-billable - time-tracker - Classify time entries
    3. Client approval - time-tracker - Submit timesheets for client review (if required)
    4. Rate application - invoice-generator - Apply client-specific rates
    5. Expense integration - financial-analyst - Add reimbursable expenses
    6. Invoice generation - invoice-generator - Create itemized invoice from approved time
    7. Tax calculation - invoice-generator - Apply appropriate tax rates
    8. Payment terms - invoice-generator - Set due date and payment methods
    9. Invoice delivery - invoice-generator - Email PDF with payment link
    10. Payment tracking - financial-analyst - Monitor payment status and send reminders
  • Tags: time-tracking, invoicing, billing, accounting, expenses

1.5. project-management-dashboard​

  • Description: Centralized project tracking with client communication, deliverable management, and deadline monitoring
  • Trigger: /project-dashboard or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: project-manager, task-coordinator, communication-hub
    • Commands: /project-init, /milestone-tracker, /status-report
  • Steps:
    1. Project initialization - project-manager - Create project workspace with all details
    2. Task breakdown - task-coordinator - Decompose deliverables into actionable tasks
    3. Timeline mapping - project-manager - Create Gantt chart or Kanban board
    4. Resource allocation - project-manager - Assign tasks and estimate effort
    5. Client portal setup - communication-hub - Provide client access to progress
    6. Status updates - project-manager - Weekly automated status reports
    7. Deadline monitoring - task-coordinator - Flag at-risk tasks and bottlenecks
    8. Deliverable tracking - project-manager - Track completion percentage
    9. Change request management - project-manager - Log and approve scope changes
    10. Project closure - project-manager - Archive project and gather lessons learned
  • Tags: project-management, collaboration, tracking, communication, deliverables

1.6. portfolio-update-automation​

  • Description: Streamlined portfolio updates with case study creation, image optimization, and multi-platform publishing
  • Trigger: /update-portfolio or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: portfolio-curator, content-optimizer, seo-specialist
    • Commands: /case-study-template, /image-optimize, /portfolio-publish
  • Steps:
    1. Project selection - portfolio-curator - Identify completed work worthy of showcase
    2. Asset collection - portfolio-curator - Gather images, videos, testimonials
    3. Case study writing - portfolio-curator - Document challenge, solution, results
    4. Image optimization - content-optimizer - Compress and format images for web
    5. SEO optimization - seo-specialist - Add keywords, alt text, meta descriptions
    6. Platform publishing - portfolio-curator - Update website, Behance, Dribbble
    7. Social media promotion - portfolio-curator - Create announcement posts
    8. Analytics setup - seo-specialist - Track portfolio page performance
  • Tags: portfolio, case-studies, marketing, content, SEO

1.7. testimonial-collection-system​

  • Description: Automated client feedback collection with review prompts, approval workflow, and multi-channel publishing
  • Trigger: /collect-testimonial or manual
  • Complexity: simple
  • Duration: 5-15m
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: testimonial-manager, review-optimizer, reputation-manager
    • Commands: /feedback-request, /review-prompt, /testimonial-publish
  • Steps:
    1. Project completion trigger - testimonial-manager - Auto-send feedback request post-delivery
    2. Survey distribution - testimonial-manager - Send NPS survey or questionnaire
    3. Testimonial request - testimonial-manager - Ask satisfied clients for detailed review
    4. Review platform prompts - review-optimizer - Guide clients to Google/Clutch/Upwork
    5. Approval workflow - testimonial-manager - Client approves quote usage
    6. Testimonial formatting - testimonial-manager - Create quote graphics and text snippets
    7. Website integration - testimonial-manager - Add to testimonials page
    8. Social proof distribution - reputation-manager - Share on social media and proposals
  • Tags: testimonials, reviews, social-proof, client-feedback, reputation

1.8. rate-negotiation-framework​

  • Description: Data-driven rate optimization with market research, value articulation, and negotiation playbooks
  • Trigger: /negotiate-rate or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: none
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: pricing-strategist, negotiation-coach, market-researcher
    • Commands: /market-rate-analysis, /value-calculator, /negotiation-script
  • Steps:
    1. Market research - market-researcher - Benchmark rates in industry and geography
    2. Value calculation - pricing-strategist - Quantify ROI delivered to clients
    3. Experience analysis - pricing-strategist - Assess skill level and unique expertise
    4. Rate recommendation - pricing-strategist - Suggest optimal rate range
    5. Justification building - negotiation-coach - Prepare value-based talking points
    6. Objection handling - negotiation-coach - Create responses to common objections
    7. Negotiation simulation - negotiation-coach - Role-play negotiation scenarios
    8. Rate implementation - pricing-strategist - Update proposals and contracts
  • Tags: pricing, negotiation, rates, value-pricing, business-strategy

1.9. tax-preparation-workflow​

  • Description: Quarterly tax planning with expense categorization, deduction tracking, and CPA collaboration
  • Trigger: /tax-prep or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: tax-accountant, financial-analyst, expense-tracker
    • Commands: /expense-categorize, /tax-estimate, /quarterly-report
  • Steps:
    1. Expense aggregation - expense-tracker - Collect all business expenses from bank feeds
    2. Categorization - expense-tracker - Classify expenses (office, travel, software, etc.)
    3. Receipt matching - expense-tracker - Link receipts to transactions
    4. Income calculation - financial-analyst - Sum all revenue streams (clients, passive income)
    5. Deduction analysis - tax-accountant - Identify all eligible deductions
    6. Quarterly estimate - tax-accountant - Calculate estimated tax payments
    7. CPA report generation - tax-accountant - Create reports for accountant review
    8. Tax payment scheduling - tax-accountant - Set payment reminders for deadlines
    9. Year-end reconciliation - financial-analyst - Final review for tax filing
  • Tags: taxes, accounting, expenses, deductions, compliance

1.10. client-offboarding-process​

  • Description: Professional project closure with final deliverables, invoicing, feedback collection, and relationship nurturing
  • Trigger: /offboard-client or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: client-success-manager, relationship-manager, quality-assurance
    • Commands: /final-delivery, /close-invoice, /feedback-survey
  • Steps:
    1. Deliverable verification - quality-assurance - Confirm all deliverables completed
    2. Final invoice - client-success-manager - Send final invoice with payment link
    3. Handoff documentation - client-success-manager - Provide access credentials, guides
    4. Training session - client-success-manager - Walkthrough of deliverables (if applicable)
    5. Feedback collection - relationship-manager - Send project retrospective survey
    6. Testimonial request - relationship-manager - Ask for review or testimonial
    7. Case study permission - relationship-manager - Request portfolio inclusion approval
    8. CRM update - relationship-manager - Mark project complete, add notes
    9. Nurture sequence - relationship-manager - Add to alumni email list for future opportunities
    10. Referral request - relationship-manager - Ask for introductions to similar clients
  • Tags: client-success, offboarding, project-closure, relationship-management, referrals

2. Photography & Videography​

2.1. shoot-planning-checklist​

  • Description: Comprehensive shoot preparation with location scouting, equipment checklist, and shot list creation
  • Trigger: /plan-shoot or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: photography-planner, equipment-manager, creative-director
    • Commands: /shot-list, /equipment-checklist, /location-scout
  • Steps:
    1. Client brief review - photography-planner - Understand creative direction and deliverables
    2. Concept development - creative-director - Define visual style and mood board
    3. Shot list creation - photography-planner - List all required shots with priority
    4. Location scouting - photography-planner - Research locations, permits, accessibility
    5. Equipment selection - equipment-manager - Choose cameras, lenses, lighting, audio
    6. Equipment checklist - equipment-manager - Verify all gear charged and functional
    7. Backup planning - equipment-manager - Pack redundant batteries, cards, equipment
    8. Timeline scheduling - photography-planner - Create minute-by-minute shoot schedule
    9. Team coordination - photography-planner - Brief assistants, models, stylists
    10. Weather/contingency - photography-planner - Check weather and backup plans
  • Tags: photography, videography, planning, pre-production, shot-list

2.2. equipment-prep-maintenance​

  • Description: Pre-shoot equipment verification with cleaning, firmware updates, and backup gear preparation
  • Trigger: /prep-equipment or manual
  • Complexity: simple
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: none
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: equipment-manager, tech-specialist
    • Commands: /gear-checklist, /firmware-update, /battery-check
  • Steps:
    1. Gear inventory - equipment-manager - List all equipment needed for shoot
    2. Cleaning and inspection - equipment-manager - Clean lenses, sensors, check for damage
    3. Firmware updates - tech-specialist - Ensure cameras and lenses on latest firmware
    4. Battery charging - equipment-manager - Charge all batteries to 100%
    5. Memory card formatting - equipment-manager - Format cards in-camera for shoot
    6. Backup gear packing - equipment-manager - Pack duplicate critical items
    7. Bag organization - equipment-manager - Organize gear for quick access
    8. Rental coordination - equipment-manager - Pick up rental equipment if needed
    9. Test shots - equipment-manager - Take test images to verify settings
  • Tags: equipment, maintenance, gear, preparation, technical

2.3. client-communication-timeline​

  • Description: Structured client communication from booking to delivery with automated touchpoints and expectation setting
  • Trigger: /client-timeline or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 5-15m
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: none
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: client-success-manager, communication-hub, expectation-manager
    • Commands: /booking-confirm, /pre-shoot-reminder, /delivery-notification
  • Steps:
    1. Booking confirmation - client-success-manager - Send contract and deposit invoice
    2. Welcome email - client-success-manager - Introduce process and what to expect
    3. Pre-shoot questionnaire - expectation-manager - Gather preferences and must-have shots
    4. 1-week reminder - communication-hub - Confirm date, time, location
    5. 1-day reminder - communication-hub - Final logistics and what to bring
    6. Day-of check-in - communication-hub - Confirmation text and directions
    7. Post-shoot thank you - client-success-manager - Immediate thank you and timeline
    8. Preview delivery - client-success-manager - Send sneak peek within 48 hours
    9. Gallery notification - client-success-manager - Alert when full gallery ready
    10. Follow-up feedback - client-success-manager - Request testimonial and review
  • Tags: client-communication, customer-service, automation, touchpoints, expectations

2.4. editing-workflow-optimization​

  • Description: Efficient post-production workflow with culling, editing presets, batch processing, and quality control
  • Trigger: /edit-photos or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: photo-editor, color-grader, quality-assurance
    • Commands: /cull-images, /batch-edit, /export-gallery
  • Steps:
    1. Import and backup - photo-editor - Import RAW files and create backup
    2. Culling - photo-editor - Select best images using star/color ratings
    3. Basic corrections - photo-editor - Apply lens corrections and white balance
    4. Batch adjustments - photo-editor - Apply preset to similar images
    5. Individual edits - photo-editor - Fine-tune each selected image
    6. Color grading - color-grader - Apply signature look and color consistency
    7. Retouching - photo-editor - Remove distractions, blemishes (tastefully)
    8. Quality control - quality-assurance - Review for consistency and technical issues
    9. Export settings - photo-editor - Export web and print versions
    10. Gallery creation - photo-editor - Upload to client gallery platform
  • Tags: editing, post-production, Lightroom, Photoshop, workflow

2.5. delivery-management-system​

  • Description: Multi-format delivery with client gallery, download tracking, and print fulfillment coordination
  • Trigger: /deliver-photos or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: delivery-manager, gallery-curator, print-coordinator
    • Commands: /create-gallery, /export-files, /print-order
  • Steps:
    1. Gallery creation - gallery-curator - Upload to client gallery platform (Pixieset, ShootProof)
    2. Gallery customization - gallery-curator - Add branding, music, slideshow
    3. Access control - delivery-manager - Set password and download permissions
    4. Multiple formats - delivery-manager - Provide web, high-res, and print versions
    5. Download tracking - delivery-manager - Monitor which images downloaded
    6. Print store setup - print-coordinator - Enable print ordering if applicable
    7. Client notification - delivery-manager - Send gallery link with instructions
    8. Download reminder - delivery-manager - Remind client of download deadline
    9. Archive and backup - delivery-manager - Store finals in long-term archive
    10. Delivery confirmation - delivery-manager - Confirm client received all files
  • Tags: delivery, client-gallery, downloads, prints, fulfillment

2.6. archival-backup-strategy​

  • Description: Redundant backup system with RAW storage, cloud sync, and archive management for long-term preservation
  • Trigger: /backup-files or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: backup-manager, storage-optimizer, archive-curator
    • Commands: /backup-local, /cloud-sync, /archive-catalog
  • Steps:
    1. Local backup - backup-manager - Copy RAW files to external SSD
    2. Cloud backup - backup-manager - Sync to cloud storage (Backblaze, Google Drive)
    3. Redundancy verification - backup-manager - Verify 3-2-1 backup rule (3 copies, 2 media, 1 offsite)
    4. Cataloging - archive-curator - Tag and organize by date, client, project
    5. Archive selection - archive-curator - Determine retention period for RAWs vs JPEGs
    6. Storage optimization - storage-optimizer - Delete duplicates and rejects
    7. Metadata preservation - archive-curator - Ensure EXIF and keywords intact
    8. Recovery testing - backup-manager - Periodically test file recovery
    9. Storage capacity monitoring - storage-optimizer - Track available space
    10. Archive migration - backup-manager - Migrate old archives to new media every 5 years
  • Tags: backup, archival, storage, data-management, preservation

2.7. print-ordering-fulfillment​

  • Description: Print production workflow with lab selection, color proofing, quality control, and client delivery
  • Trigger: /order-prints or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: print-coordinator, color-specialist, fulfillment-manager
    • Commands: /print-specs, /color-proof, /track-order
  • Steps:
    1. Print selection - print-coordinator - Identify images for print production
    2. Lab selection - print-coordinator - Choose print lab based on product type
    3. Color proofing - color-specialist - Soft proof and adjust for print color space
    4. File preparation - color-specialist - Convert to correct color profile (sRGB, Adobe RGB)
    5. Resolution check - print-coordinator - Verify resolution for print size
    6. Order submission - print-coordinator - Upload files with print specifications
    7. Proof review - color-specialist - Review test prints if applicable
    8. Order tracking - fulfillment-manager - Monitor order status
    9. Quality inspection - print-coordinator - Inspect prints upon arrival
    10. Client delivery - fulfillment-manager - Package and ship to client
  • Tags: printing, fulfillment, color-management, quality-control, labs

2.8. licensing-rights-management​

  • Description: Image licensing workflow with usage rights tracking, licensing agreements, and revenue optimization
  • Trigger: /license-image or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: licensing-manager, legal-reviewer, revenue-optimizer
    • Commands: /license-template, /usage-rights, /license-track
  • Steps:
    1. License inquiry - licensing-manager - Review client's intended usage
    2. Rights determination - licensing-manager - Define usage rights (editorial, commercial, exclusive)
    3. Pricing calculation - revenue-optimizer - Apply licensing pricing model
    4. License agreement - legal-reviewer - Generate licensing contract
    5. Metadata embedding - licensing-manager - Add copyright and usage rights to EXIF
    6. Watermarking - licensing-manager - Apply watermark to unlicensed previews
    7. License execution - licensing-manager - Sign agreement and receive payment
    8. File delivery - licensing-manager - Deliver licensed files
    9. Usage tracking - licensing-manager - Monitor license compliance
    10. Renewal management - revenue-optimizer - Track license expiration and renewals
  • Tags: licensing, copyright, usage-rights, legal, revenue

2.9. model-release-workflow​

  • Description: Model and property release management with digital signing, storage, and compliance verification
  • Trigger: /model-release or manual
  • Complexity: simple
  • Duration: 5-15m
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: release-manager, legal-reviewer, compliance-checker
    • Commands: /release-template, /e-sign-release, /store-release
  • Steps:
    1. Release selection - release-manager - Choose model or property release template
    2. Customization - legal-reviewer - Tailor to specific shoot and usage
    3. Digital signing - release-manager - Send via DocuSign or on-site tablet
    4. ID verification - release-manager - Verify model identity (for commercial)
    5. Parent/guardian consent - release-manager - Obtain if model is minor
    6. Storage and indexing - release-manager - File with shoot metadata
    7. Compliance check - compliance-checker - Verify release covers intended usage
    8. Client provision - release-manager - Provide copy to client if needed
  • Tags: model-release, legal, compliance, contracts, permissions

2.10. gear-maintenance-schedule​

  • Description: Preventive maintenance system with cleaning schedules, calibration, and repair tracking
  • Trigger: /maintain-gear or manual
  • Complexity: simple
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: none
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: equipment-manager, tech-specialist, maintenance-scheduler
    • Commands: /maintenance-log, /calibration-check, /repair-request
  • Steps:
    1. Maintenance calendar - maintenance-scheduler - Schedule routine cleaning and checks
    2. Sensor cleaning - equipment-manager - Clean camera sensor professionally or DIY
    3. Lens inspection - equipment-manager - Check for fungus, dust, scratches
    4. Calibration - tech-specialist - Calibrate lenses for autofocus accuracy
    5. Firmware updates - tech-specialist - Update camera and lens firmware
    6. Battery health - equipment-manager - Test battery capacity and replace aging batteries
    7. Repair tracking - equipment-manager - Log issues and send for professional repair
    8. Insurance updates - equipment-manager - Update gear insurance with new equipment
    9. Depreciation tracking - equipment-manager - Track equipment value for taxes
    10. Upgrade planning - equipment-manager - Plan equipment upgrades and sales
  • Tags: maintenance, equipment, calibration, repair, preventive-care

3. Music & Audio Production​

3.1. song-production-pipeline​

  • Description: End-to-end music production from composition to final master with collaboration and version control
  • Trigger: /produce-song or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: music-producer, audio-engineer, creative-director
    • Commands: /project-init, /track-stems, /version-control
  • Steps:
    1. Concept and reference - creative-director - Define song vision and reference tracks
    2. Composition - music-producer - Write melody, harmony, chord progression
    3. Arrangement - music-producer - Structure intro, verse, chorus, bridge, outro
    4. Recording - audio-engineer - Record vocals, instruments, or program MIDI
    5. Comping - audio-engineer - Select best takes and comp together
    6. Editing - audio-engineer - Timing correction, pitch tuning, cleanup
    7. Mixing prep - audio-engineer - Organize tracks, label, color-code, group
    8. Version control - music-producer - Save project versions at key milestones
    9. Collaboration - music-producer - Share project with collaborators (vocalists, co-producers)
    10. Pre-mixing review - creative-director - Ensure creative vision before mixing
  • Tags: music-production, composition, recording, DAW, workflow

3.2. mixing-workflow-checklist​

  • Description: Systematic mixing process with gain staging, EQ, compression, effects, and reference monitoring
  • Trigger: /mix-song or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: mixing-engineer, audio-analyst, reference-monitor
    • Commands: /gain-stage, /eq-chain, /reference-compare
  • Steps:
    1. Gain staging - mixing-engineer - Set proper input levels for headroom
    2. Balance - mixing-engineer - Create rough fader mix
    3. EQ - mixing-engineer - Carve frequencies for clarity and separation
    4. Compression - mixing-engineer - Control dynamics and add punch
    5. Panning - mixing-engineer - Create stereo width and space
    6. Effects - mixing-engineer - Add reverb, delay, modulation
    7. Automation - mixing-engineer - Automate volume, panning, effects for dynamics
    8. Reference monitoring - reference-monitor - A/B compare to reference tracks
    9. Multiple listening environments - audio-analyst - Test on speakers, headphones, car, phone
    10. Mix revisions - mixing-engineer - Iterate based on feedback
    11. Stem export - mixing-engineer - Export stems for mastering
  • Tags: mixing, audio-engineering, EQ, compression, mastering-prep

3.3. mastering-checklist​

  • Description: Professional mastering workflow with loudness optimization, format delivery, and quality assurance
  • Trigger: /master-song or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: mastering-engineer, audio-analyst, format-specialist
    • Commands: /loudness-normalize, /format-export, /metadata-embed
  • Steps:
    1. Import and analysis - mastering-engineer - Import stereo mix and analyze spectrum
    2. EQ - mastering-engineer - Subtle tonal shaping for balance
    3. Compression - mastering-engineer - Gentle multiband or linear-phase compression
    4. Limiting - mastering-engineer - Increase perceived loudness without clipping
    5. Loudness normalization - audio-analyst - Meet streaming platform targets (LUFS)
    6. Stereo enhancement - mastering-engineer - Enhance width if appropriate
    7. Sequencing - mastering-engineer - Set track order and spacing for album
    8. Format export - format-specialist - Export WAV (24-bit/44.1kHz), MP3, streaming formats
    9. Metadata embedding - format-specialist - Add ISRC, artist, album info
    10. QA check - audio-analyst - Listen on multiple systems for issues
    11. DDP/master delivery - mastering-engineer - Create DDP for CD or digital master
  • Tags: mastering, loudness, audio-formats, quality-control, finalization

3.4. release-planning-strategy​

  • Description: Music release coordination with distribution, marketing timeline, and playlist pitching
  • Trigger: /plan-release or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: release-manager, marketing-strategist, distribution-coordinator
    • Commands: /release-timeline, /distribute-music, /playlist-pitch
  • Steps:
    1. Release date selection - release-manager - Choose strategic date (avoid major releases)
    2. Distribution setup - distribution-coordinator - Upload to DistroKid, TuneCore, etc.
    3. Metadata preparation - distribution-coordinator - Artist, title, genre, artwork, lyrics
    4. Pre-save campaign - marketing-strategist - Set up Spotify pre-save link
    5. Playlist pitching - marketing-strategist - Submit to Spotify editorial playlists
    6. Press kit creation - marketing-strategist - Bio, photos, press release, EPK
    7. Social media plan - marketing-strategist - Content calendar for release week
    8. Influencer outreach - marketing-strategist - Send to playlist curators, blogs
    9. Release day monitoring - release-manager - Check all platforms live
    10. Post-release promotion - marketing-strategist - Share user-generated content, thank fans
  • Tags: music-release, distribution, marketing, playlists, strategy

3.5. distribution-royalty-tracking​

  • Description: Multi-platform distribution with royalty collection, performance rights, and revenue analytics
  • Trigger: /track-royalties or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: royalty-manager, financial-analyst, distribution-coordinator
    • Commands: /royalty-report, /performance-rights, /revenue-dashboard
  • Steps:
    1. Distribution platforms - distribution-coordinator - Ensure music on all platforms (Spotify, Apple, etc.)
    2. Royalty collection - royalty-manager - Register with SoundExchange, PPL, PROs
    3. Performance rights - royalty-manager - Register with ASCAP, BMI, or SESAC
    4. Mechanical licenses - royalty-manager - Register compositions with mechanical rights societies
    5. Revenue aggregation - financial-analyst - Centralize royalty data from all sources
    6. Analytics monitoring - financial-analyst - Track streams, downloads, revenue by platform
    7. Quarterly reports - royalty-manager - Review royalty statements
    8. Split management - royalty-manager - Distribute royalties to collaborators
    9. Tax preparation - financial-analyst - Categorize music income for tax filing
    10. Revenue forecasting - financial-analyst - Project future earnings
  • Tags: royalties, distribution, revenue, performance-rights, analytics

3.6. collaboration-management-system​

  • Description: Multi-contributor workflow with file sharing, version control, split agreements, and credit tracking
  • Trigger: /manage-collab or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: collaboration-manager, project-coordinator, legal-reviewer
    • Commands: /share-project, /split-agreement, /credit-tracking
  • Steps:
    1. Collaboration initiation - collaboration-manager - Invite collaborators to project
    2. File sharing - project-coordinator - Share project files via cloud (Splice, Dropbox)
    3. Version control - project-coordinator - Track project versions and changes
    4. Communication - collaboration-manager - Set up Slack/Discord for updates
    5. Split negotiation - collaboration-manager - Agree on royalty split percentages
    6. Split agreement - legal-reviewer - Document splits in writing and sign
    7. Credit tracking - collaboration-manager - List all contributors (producers, writers, engineers)
    8. Feedback loops - project-coordinator - Organize feedback rounds
    9. Final approval - collaboration-manager - Get sign-off from all contributors
    10. Credit registration - collaboration-manager - Register credits with PROs and distributors
  • Tags: collaboration, file-sharing, splits, credits, project-management

3.7. sample-clearance-workflow​

  • Description: Sample licensing and clearance with rights identification, negotiation, and legal compliance
  • Trigger: /clear-sample or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: sample-clearance-specialist, legal-reviewer, negotiation-manager
    • Commands: /identify-sample, /contact-rights-holder, /license-agreement
  • Steps:
    1. Sample identification - sample-clearance-specialist - Identify original song and rights holders
    2. Rights research - sample-clearance-specialist - Determine master and publishing owners
    3. Contact initiation - negotiation-manager - Reach out to rights holders or clearance house
    4. Usage description - sample-clearance-specialist - Explain how sample is used
    5. Fee negotiation - negotiation-manager - Negotiate upfront fee and royalty split
    6. License agreement - legal-reviewer - Draft or review sample license
    7. Clearance documentation - sample-clearance-specialist - Obtain signed agreements
    8. Metadata integration - sample-clearance-specialist - Add sample credits to song metadata
    9. Distribution notification - sample-clearance-specialist - Inform distributor of sample
    10. Compliance tracking - legal-reviewer - Monitor ongoing royalty payments
  • Tags: sampling, clearance, licensing, legal, copyright

3.8. live-performance-preparation​

  • Description: Pre-show technical setup with setlist planning, equipment check, soundcheck, and stage plot
  • Trigger: /prep-live-show or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: live-performance-manager, technical-director, stage-coordinator
    • Commands: /setlist-builder, /equipment-checklist, /stage-plot
  • Steps:
    1. Setlist planning - live-performance-manager - Curate song order for energy flow
    2. Rehearsal - live-performance-manager - Practice setlist with band/DJ
    3. Equipment prep - technical-director - Pack instruments, cables, pedals, laptop
    4. Backup planning - technical-director - Bring redundant equipment and files
    5. Stage plot creation - stage-coordinator - Diagram equipment placement and connections
    6. Tech rider - stage-coordinator - Send technical requirements to venue
    7. Travel logistics - live-performance-manager - Arrange transportation and load-in time
    8. Soundcheck - technical-director - Test all equipment and monitor mix
    9. Pre-show briefing - live-performance-manager - Align with venue staff and band
    10. Performance execution - live-performance-manager - Deliver show and monitor technical issues
  • Tags: live-performance, concerts, technical, setlist, stage-production

3.9. merchandise-management​

  • Description: Merch production and sales with design, fulfillment, inventory tracking, and e-commerce integration
  • Trigger: /manage-merch or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: merch-manager, e-commerce-specialist, fulfillment-coordinator
    • Commands: /design-merch, /inventory-track, /merch-sales
  • Steps:
    1. Design creation - merch-manager - Create merch designs (t-shirts, posters, vinyl)
    2. Product selection - merch-manager - Choose products and print-on-demand partners
    3. Mock-up review - merch-manager - Review product samples for quality
    4. Store setup - e-commerce-specialist - Create Shopify/Bandcamp merch store
    5. Inventory management - fulfillment-coordinator - Track stock levels
    6. Pricing strategy - merch-manager - Set competitive and profitable pricing
    7. Marketing - merch-manager - Promote merch in social media and email
    8. Order fulfillment - fulfillment-coordinator - Pack and ship orders or use POD
    9. Sales tracking - e-commerce-specialist - Monitor sales and revenue
    10. Restock planning - merch-manager - Reorder popular items
  • Tags: merchandise, e-commerce, fulfillment, inventory, sales

3.10. music-video-production​

  • Description: Music video workflow from concept to final edit with director collaboration and platform optimization
  • Trigger: /produce-video or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: video-producer, creative-director, post-production-editor
    • Commands: /video-concept, /shoot-schedule, /video-edit
  • Steps:
    1. Concept development - creative-director - Brainstorm video concept and storyboard
    2. Budget planning - video-producer - Determine budget and resource allocation
    3. Director selection - video-producer - Hire director or self-direct
    4. Pre-production - video-producer - Scout locations, cast, plan shot list
    5. Shoot day - video-producer - Coordinate filming with crew
    6. Footage review - creative-director - Review footage and select best takes
    7. Editing - post-production-editor - Cut video to music, color grade
    8. VFX and graphics - post-production-editor - Add effects and titles
    9. Review and revisions - creative-director - Iterate on edits
    10. Export and upload - video-producer - Export for YouTube, social media
    11. Premiere strategy - video-producer - Schedule premiere and promote
  • Tags: music-video, video-production, filmmaking, post-production, YouTube

4. Writing & Publishing​

4.1. manuscript-development-system​

  • Description: Structured writing workflow with outlining, drafting, revision tracking, and goal monitoring
  • Trigger: /develop-manuscript or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: writing-coach, manuscript-organizer, progress-tracker
    • Commands: /outline-builder, /writing-sprint, /revision-tracker
  • Steps:
    1. Concept development - writing-coach - Define premise, theme, audience
    2. Outlining - manuscript-organizer - Create chapter outline or beat sheet
    3. Character/world building - writing-coach - Develop characters, settings (fiction)
    4. Writing goals - progress-tracker - Set daily/weekly word count targets
    5. Drafting sprints - writing-coach - Scheduled focused writing sessions
    6. Version control - manuscript-organizer - Save drafts with version numbers
    7. Progress tracking - progress-tracker - Monitor word count and completion percentage
    8. First draft completion - writing-coach - Celebrate draft zero
    9. Cooling off period - writing-coach - Take break before revisions
    10. Revision planning - manuscript-organizer - Identify areas for improvement
  • Tags: writing, manuscript, drafting, outlining, progress-tracking

4.2. editing-revision-workflow​

  • Description: Multi-pass editing system with developmental, line, copy, and proofreading stages
  • Trigger: /edit-manuscript or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: developmental-editor, line-editor, copy-editor, proofreader
    • Commands: /dev-edit, /line-edit, /proofread
  • Steps:
    1. Developmental edit - developmental-editor - Assess structure, plot, character arcs
    2. Structural revisions - developmental-editor - Rewrite or reorganize as needed
    3. Line editing - line-editor - Improve sentence flow, clarity, voice
    4. Style consistency - line-editor - Ensure consistent tone and style
    5. Copy editing - copy-editor - Fix grammar, punctuation, spelling
    6. Fact-checking - copy-editor - Verify accuracy of information (non-fiction)
    7. Proofreading - proofreader - Final pass for typos and formatting
    8. Formatting - manuscript-organizer - Apply proper manuscript formatting
    9. Version comparison - manuscript-organizer - Track changes between drafts
    10. Final read-through - proofreader - One last quality check
  • Tags: editing, revision, developmental-editing, copy-editing, proofreading

4.3. beta-reader-coordination​

  • Description: Beta reader recruitment, feedback collection, and analysis with structured questionnaires
  • Trigger: /beta-readers or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: beta-coordinator, feedback-analyst, reader-recruiter
    • Commands: /recruit-beta, /feedback-form, /analyze-feedback
  • Steps:
    1. Beta reader recruitment - reader-recruiter - Find readers in target audience
    2. NDA and agreements - beta-coordinator - Send confidentiality agreements
    3. Manuscript distribution - beta-coordinator - Share manuscript via Google Docs or PDF
    4. Questionnaire creation - beta-coordinator - Prepare structured feedback questions
    5. Deadline setting - beta-coordinator - Set reasonable feedback deadline
    6. Check-in reminders - beta-coordinator - Send progress reminders
    7. Feedback collection - beta-coordinator - Gather completed questionnaires
    8. Feedback analysis - feedback-analyst - Identify common themes and issues
    9. Prioritization - feedback-analyst - Determine which feedback to incorporate
    10. Thank you notes - beta-coordinator - Send appreciation and acknowledgment
  • Tags: beta-readers, feedback, manuscript-testing, revision, audience-research

4.4. query-letter-submission-system​

  • Description: Literary agent querying with personalized letters, submission tracking, and response management
  • Trigger: /query-agents or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: query-writer, agent-researcher, submission-tracker
    • Commands: /agent-database, /query-template, /track-submission
  • Steps:
    1. Agent research - agent-researcher - Identify agents representing your genre
    2. Submission guidelines - agent-researcher - Review each agent's preferences
    3. Query letter writing - query-writer - Craft compelling hook, synopsis, bio
    4. Personalization - query-writer - Customize each query to specific agent
    5. Synopsis writing - query-writer - Create 1-page and 2-page synopses
    6. Sample pages preparation - query-writer - Format first 5, 10, or 50 pages
    7. Batch submission - submission-tracker - Submit to 10-15 agents per batch
    8. Tracking spreadsheet - submission-tracker - Log dates, agents, responses
    9. Follow-up timing - submission-tracker - Follow up after specified period
    10. Response management - submission-tracker - Handle requests, rejections, offers
  • Tags: querying, literary-agents, submissions, publishing, query-letters

4.5. self-publishing-workflow​

  • Description: Complete self-publishing process with formatting, cover design, ISBN, and platform upload
  • Trigger: /self-publish or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: self-publishing-manager, book-designer, platform-specialist
    • Commands: /format-ebook, /design-cover, /publish-platform
  • Steps:
    1. ISBN acquisition - self-publishing-manager - Purchase ISBNs or use platform ISBNs
    2. Interior formatting - book-designer - Format for print (InDesign) and ebook (Vellum, Atticus)
    3. Cover design - book-designer - Professional cover design or hire designer
    4. Metadata preparation - self-publishing-manager - Title, description, categories, keywords
    5. Pricing strategy - self-publishing-manager - Set competitive pricing
    6. Platform selection - platform-specialist - Choose KDP, IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, etc.
    7. Upload and review - platform-specialist - Upload files and review proofs
    8. Pre-order setup - self-publishing-manager - Set up pre-order campaign
    9. Publication - platform-specialist - Publish on scheduled date
    10. Post-launch monitoring - self-publishing-manager - Monitor sales and reviews
  • Tags: self-publishing, ebook, print-book, ISBN, formatting

4.6. book-launch-campaign​

  • Description: Multi-channel book launch with ARC distribution, launch team, and promotional strategy
  • Trigger: /launch-book or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: launch-manager, marketing-strategist, promotional-coordinator
    • Commands: /arc-distribution, /launch-team, /promo-calendar
  • Steps:
    1. Launch timeline - launch-manager - Plan 90-day launch timeline
    2. ARC distribution - launch-manager - Send advance review copies to reviewers
    3. Launch team recruitment - launch-manager - Build team of supporters
    4. Review generation - promotional-coordinator - Request early reviews on Amazon, Goodreads
    5. Social media campaign - marketing-strategist - Content calendar for launch week
    6. Email marketing - marketing-strategist - Announce to email list
    7. Launch promotions - promotional-coordinator - Limited-time pricing or bonuses
    8. Media outreach - marketing-strategist - Pitch to podcasts, blogs, press
    9. Launch day coordination - launch-manager - Coordinate all promotional activities
    10. Post-launch follow-up - launch-manager - Thank supporters and sustain momentum
  • Tags: book-launch, marketing, ARC, reviews, promotion

4.7. author-platform-building​

  • Description: Long-term platform development with website, email list, social media, and reader engagement
  • Trigger: /build-platform or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: platform-builder, content-strategist, community-manager
    • Commands: /website-setup, /email-list, /social-strategy
  • Steps:
    1. Author website - platform-builder - Build professional author website
    2. Email list setup - platform-builder - Create email list with lead magnet
    3. Social media presence - content-strategist - Establish presence on key platforms
    4. Content calendar - content-strategist - Plan regular content (blog, newsletter, posts)
    5. Reader magnet - platform-builder - Create free book or bonus content
    6. Engagement strategy - community-manager - Interact with readers and build community
    7. Guest appearances - content-strategist - Podcast interviews, guest posts
    8. Newsletter consistency - content-strategist - Send regular newsletters
    9. Analytics tracking - platform-builder - Monitor website and list growth
    10. Platform optimization - platform-builder - Continuously improve and update
  • Tags: author-platform, website, email-list, social-media, content-strategy

4.8. subsidiary-rights-management​

  • Description: Rights management for translations, audiobooks, film/TV, and international editions
  • Trigger: /manage-rights or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: rights-manager, legal-reviewer, negotiation-specialist
    • Commands: /rights-tracker, /license-agreement, /royalty-split
  • Steps:
    1. Rights inventory - rights-manager - Catalog all available rights (audio, translation, film)
    2. Market research - rights-manager - Identify markets for rights sales
    3. Rights agent - rights-manager - Hire sub-rights agent or handle directly
    4. Translation rights - rights-manager - Sell translation rights to foreign publishers
    5. Audiobook rights - rights-manager - License to audiobook publishers or produce independently
    6. Film/TV rights - rights-manager - Pitch to producers or list with film agent
    7. Licensing agreements - legal-reviewer - Negotiate and review contracts
    8. Royalty tracking - rights-manager - Monitor royalties from sub-rights
    9. International editions - rights-manager - Coordinate with foreign publishers
    10. Rights reversion - legal-reviewer - Track rights reversion clauses
  • Tags: subsidiary-rights, translation, audiobook, film-rights, licensing

4.9. audiobook-production-workflow​

  • Description: Audiobook creation with narrator selection, recording, editing, and distribution
  • Trigger: /produce-audiobook or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: audiobook-producer, narrator-director, audio-editor
    • Commands: /narrator-casting, /record-audio, /acx-upload
  • Steps:
    1. Rights verification - audiobook-producer - Ensure you own audiobook rights
    2. Narrator selection - audiobook-producer - Hire narrator or narrate yourself
    3. Script preparation - narrator-director - Provide annotated manuscript
    4. Recording setup - audiobook-producer - Studio recording or home setup (ACX specs)
    5. Recording sessions - narrator-director - Record chapters with proper pacing
    6. Editing and mastering - audio-editor - Remove mistakes, normalize audio, add room tone
    7. QA listening - audiobook-producer - Listen for errors and quality issues
    8. Metadata and cover - audiobook-producer - Prepare audiobook cover and details
    9. Distribution platform - audiobook-producer - Upload to ACX, Findaway Voices
    10. Promotion - audiobook-producer - Announce audiobook launch
  • Tags: audiobook, narration, audio-production, ACX, distribution

4.10. content-repurposing-strategy​

  • Description: Multi-format content creation from manuscript with blog posts, courses, and derivative works
  • Trigger: /repurpose-content or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: content-strategist, repurposing-specialist, multi-platform-manager
    • Commands: /extract-content, /create-course, /blog-series
  • Steps:
    1. Content audit - content-strategist - Identify repurposable content in manuscript
    2. Blog post series - repurposing-specialist - Create blog posts from chapters
    3. Email course - repurposing-specialist - Design email course from key concepts
    4. Online course - repurposing-specialist - Develop video or text course
    5. Workbook creation - repurposing-specialist - Create companion workbook
    6. Social media snippets - repurposing-specialist - Extract quotes and tips
    7. Podcast episodes - repurposing-specialist - Discuss book themes on podcast
    8. Webinar content - repurposing-specialist - Teach concepts in webinar
    9. Video content - multi-platform-manager - Create YouTube videos
    10. Slide decks - repurposing-specialist - Speaking presentations from content
  • Tags: content-repurposing, multi-platform, courses, blog, marketing

5. Art & Illustration​

5.1. commission-workflow-system​

  • Description: End-to-end commission management from inquiry to delivery with contracts and milestone tracking
  • Trigger: /commission-workflow or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: commission-manager, contract-specialist, project-coordinator
    • Commands: /commission-inquiry, /contract-setup, /milestone-track
  • Steps:
    1. Inquiry reception - commission-manager - Receive client commission request
    2. Scope discussion - commission-manager - Clarify details, size, medium, deadline
    3. Quote generation - commission-manager - Calculate pricing based on complexity
    4. Contract creation - contract-specialist - Draft commission agreement
    5. Deposit collection - commission-manager - Collect 50% upfront deposit
    6. Reference gathering - commission-manager - Collect reference images and details
    7. Milestone planning - project-coordinator - Break into sketch, revision, final stages
    8. Progress updates - commission-manager - Share WIP images at milestones
    9. Revision management - commission-manager - Handle feedback and revisions (limited)
    10. Final delivery - commission-manager - Deliver final artwork and collect payment
  • Tags: commissions, contracts, client-work, project-management, payments

5.2. concept-development-process​

  • Description: Creative exploration workflow with mood boards, thumbnails, and iterative refinement
  • Trigger: /develop-concept or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: creative-director, concept-artist, feedback-coordinator
    • Commands: /mood-board, /thumbnail-sketches, /concept-refine
  • Steps:
    1. Brief analysis - creative-director - Understand client or project requirements
    2. Research and references - creative-director - Gather inspiration and references
    3. Mood board creation - creative-director - Compile visual direction board
    4. Thumbnail sketches - concept-artist - Rapid ideation with small sketches
    5. Concept selection - concept-artist - Choose strongest concepts to develop
    6. Rough drafts - concept-artist - Create more detailed rough versions
    7. Feedback round - feedback-coordinator - Present concepts to client or team
    8. Refinement - concept-artist - Incorporate feedback and improve
    9. Final concept approval - feedback-coordinator - Get sign-off before final art
    10. Documentation - creative-director - Save concept art and notes for reference
  • Tags: concept-art, ideation, creative-process, mood-boards, thumbnails

5.3. revision-management-framework​

  • Description: Structured revision workflow with revision limits, feedback collection, and scope management
  • Trigger: /manage-revisions or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: revision-manager, client-communication-specialist, scope-protector
    • Commands: /revision-request, /feedback-log, /revision-limits
  • Steps:
    1. Revision policy - revision-manager - Clearly communicate revision limits in contract
    2. Initial presentation - revision-manager - Present first draft to client
    3. Feedback collection - client-communication-specialist - Gather specific, actionable feedback
    4. Feedback documentation - revision-manager - Log all feedback requests
    5. Scope check - scope-protector - Ensure revisions within agreed scope
    6. Revision execution - revision-manager - Make approved changes
    7. Progress documentation - revision-manager - Track revision rounds used
    8. Additional revision negotiation - scope-protector - Quote additional fee if over limit
    9. Final approval - revision-manager - Obtain client sign-off
    10. Archive - revision-manager - Save all versions and feedback for reference
  • Tags: revisions, client-feedback, scope-management, contracts, communication

5.4. file-delivery-specifications​

  • Description: Multi-format file preparation and delivery with print-ready, web-optimized, and source files
  • Trigger: /deliver-files or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: file-specialist, delivery-coordinator, format-optimizer
    • Commands: /export-formats, /file-package, /delivery-upload
  • Steps:
    1. Format requirements - file-specialist - Confirm required file formats (PSD, AI, PNG, JPG, PDF)
    2. Print preparation - file-specialist - Export CMYK, high-res, with bleed (300 DPI)
    3. Web optimization - format-optimizer - Export RGB, compressed, optimized for web (72 DPI)
    4. Vector formats - file-specialist - Export SVG, EPS, or AI for scalability
    5. Source files - file-specialist - Include layered working files if contracted
    6. File organization - delivery-coordinator - Organize into folders by format
    7. File naming - delivery-coordinator - Use clear, consistent file naming
    8. Delivery method - delivery-coordinator - Upload to Dropbox, Google Drive, WeTransfer
    9. Access instructions - delivery-coordinator - Provide download links and instructions
    10. Delivery confirmation - delivery-coordinator - Confirm client received all files
  • Tags: file-delivery, formats, print, web, exports

5.5. print-production-coordination​

  • Description: Print specification and production management with vendor selection, proofing, and quality control
  • Trigger: /print-production or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: print-coordinator, color-specialist, quality-inspector
    • Commands: /print-specs, /vendor-select, /proof-review
  • Steps:
    1. Print specifications - print-coordinator - Determine size, paper, finish, quantity
    2. Vendor selection - print-coordinator - Choose printer based on quality and price
    3. File preparation - print-coordinator - Prepare print-ready files (CMYK, bleed, marks)
    4. Color proofing - color-specialist - Soft proof or request physical proof
    5. Proof review - quality-inspector - Check colors, alignment, text clarity
    6. Approval - print-coordinator - Approve proof before production run
    7. Production monitoring - print-coordinator - Track order status
    8. Quality inspection - quality-inspector - Inspect printed samples upon delivery
    9. Issue resolution - print-coordinator - Address any quality issues with printer
    10. Client delivery - print-coordinator - Deliver prints to client or arrange shipping
  • Tags: printing, production, color-management, quality-control, vendors

5.6. licensing-agreement-templates​

  • Description: Artwork licensing framework with usage rights, exclusivity terms, and royalty structures
  • Trigger: /license-artwork or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: required, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: licensing-specialist, legal-reviewer, pricing-strategist
    • Commands: /license-template, /usage-rights, /royalty-calculator
  • Steps:
    1. Licensing inquiry - licensing-specialist - Understand client's intended use
    2. Usage rights definition - licensing-specialist - Define scope (commercial, editorial, exclusive)
    3. Territory and duration - licensing-specialist - Specify geographic and time limitations
    4. Pricing model - pricing-strategist - Flat fee, royalty, or hybrid model
    5. License agreement - legal-reviewer - Draft or customize license contract
    6. Exclusivity terms - licensing-specialist - Negotiate exclusive vs non-exclusive
    7. Attribution requirements - licensing-specialist - Specify credit and watermark terms
    8. Delivery and payment - licensing-specialist - Set delivery and payment schedule
    9. License execution - licensing-specialist - Sign agreement and deliver artwork
    10. Compliance monitoring - licensing-specialist - Monitor usage and enforce terms
  • Tags: licensing, usage-rights, contracts, royalties, legal

5.7. exhibition-preparation-workflow​

  • Description: Gallery exhibition planning with artwork selection, framing, shipping, and opening coordination
  • Trigger: /prep-exhibition or manual
  • Complexity: complex
  • Duration: 30m+
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: exhibition-coordinator, gallery-liaison, logistics-manager
    • Commands: /artwork-select, /framing-specs, /shipping-arrange
  • Steps:
    1. Gallery agreement - exhibition-coordinator - Negotiate terms with gallery
    2. Artwork selection - exhibition-coordinator - Curate pieces for exhibition theme
    3. Pricing strategy - exhibition-coordinator - Set gallery prices and artist share
    4. Framing and mounting - exhibition-coordinator - Frame or mount artwork professionally
    5. Labels and descriptions - exhibition-coordinator - Prepare artwork labels and bios
    6. Shipping and insurance - logistics-manager - Arrange insured shipping to gallery
    7. Installation coordination - gallery-liaison - Communicate installation preferences
    8. Marketing collaboration - exhibition-coordinator - Coordinate promotional efforts
    9. Opening reception - exhibition-coordinator - Plan and attend opening event
    10. Sales and follow-up - exhibition-coordinator - Track sales and collect payment
  • Tags: exhibitions, gallery, art-shows, framing, logistics

5.8. portfolio-curation-strategy​

  • Description: Strategic portfolio building with piece selection, presentation design, and platform optimization
  • Trigger: /curate-portfolio or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: required
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: portfolio-curator, presentation-designer, platform-optimizer
    • Commands: /portfolio-select, /portfolio-design, /platform-publish
  • Steps:
    1. Audience analysis - portfolio-curator - Define target clients or employers
    2. Artwork selection - portfolio-curator - Choose 15-30 best pieces showing range
    3. Theme and cohesion - portfolio-curator - Ensure visual consistency
    4. Sequencing - portfolio-curator - Order pieces for maximum impact
    5. Image optimization - presentation-designer - Professionally photograph or scan artwork
    6. Portfolio design - presentation-designer - Design PDF or website portfolio
    7. Platform selection - platform-optimizer - Choose portfolio platforms (Behance, personal site)
    8. SEO optimization - platform-optimizer - Add keywords and descriptions
    9. About and contact - portfolio-curator - Write compelling bio and clear contact info
    10. Regular updates - portfolio-curator - Refresh portfolio with new work quarterly
  • Tags: portfolio, curation, presentation, personal-branding, marketing

5.9. client-feedback-integration​

  • Description: Structured feedback collection and implementation with clear communication and expectation management
  • Trigger: /collect-feedback or manual
  • Complexity: simple
  • Duration: 5-15m
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: recommended
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: feedback-manager, communication-specialist, expectation-setter
    • Commands: /feedback-form, /feedback-log, /implement-changes
  • Steps:
    1. Feedback request - feedback-manager - Proactively ask for feedback at milestones
    2. Structured questions - feedback-manager - Guide client with specific questions
    3. Feedback documentation - feedback-manager - Log all feedback systematically
    4. Clarification - communication-specialist - Ask for clarification on vague feedback
    5. Feasibility assessment - expectation-setter - Determine if feedback within scope
    6. Prioritization - feedback-manager - Prioritize critical vs nice-to-have changes
    7. Implementation plan - feedback-manager - Plan which revisions to make
    8. Change execution - feedback-manager - Make approved changes
    9. Confirmation - communication-specialist - Show client updated version
    10. Sign-off - feedback-manager - Obtain approval before moving forward
  • Tags: feedback, client-communication, revisions, collaboration, iteration

5.10. pricing-strategy-optimization​

  • Description: Data-driven pricing framework with cost analysis, market research, and value-based pricing
  • Trigger: /optimize-pricing or manual
  • Complexity: moderate
  • Duration: 15-30m
  • QA Integration: validation: recommended, review: none
  • Dependencies:
    • Agents: pricing-strategist, market-analyst, financial-planner
    • Commands: /cost-calculator, /market-rates, /value-pricing
  • Steps:
    1. Cost calculation - financial-planner - Calculate time, materials, overhead per piece
    2. Market research - market-analyst - Benchmark competitor pricing
    3. Skill assessment - pricing-strategist - Evaluate experience and unique style
    4. Pricing model selection - pricing-strategist - Hourly, per-piece, or value-based
    5. Package creation - pricing-strategist - Bundle services for tiered pricing
    6. Minimum pricing - financial-planner - Set minimum that covers costs plus profit
    7. Value articulation - pricing-strategist - Justify pricing with value delivered
    8. Pricing communication - pricing-strategist - Present pricing confidently
    9. Negotiation boundaries - pricing-strategist - Define acceptable discount limits
    10. Regular review - pricing-strategist - Adjust pricing annually or bi-annually
  • Tags: pricing, value-pricing, market-research, profitability, business-strategy

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Total Workflows: 50 Categories: 5 (Freelance Business, Photography/Videography, Music/Audio, Writing/Publishing, Art/Illustration) Workflows per Category: 10 Format: Markdown with structured metadata Version: 1.0.0 Created: 2025-12-12