Consulting Services

We work with people navigating growth, transition, or uncertainty in their work who need clarity on what to do next — and help turning that clarity into action.

We start by understanding your context: what’s actually happening, what’s getting in the way, and what’s realistic given your capacity. From there, we help identify the key actions that matter most.

What We Offer

We begin by clarifying direction and priorities. From there, we assess your current state, identify what’s holding you back, and work together to build a clear roadmap. Once direction is set, we focus effort where it will have the biggest impact.

This might include:

  • fixing structural or internal process issues that are creating friction

  • improving how your website, content, or systems support your work

  • designing or simplifying marketing and communication workflows

  • supporting your team during a campaign launch, season, or transition

We offer ongoing support for strategic guidance, practical coaching, and hands-on implementation, as well as workshop design and facilitation for groups. 

 

Focus Session

Find guidance on a specific question or situation

The Focus Session is a working conversation designed to help you think through a specific question, challenge, or decision.

This is a good fit when you:

  • are stuck on a particular choice

  • need a sounding board before committing time or resources

  • want an outside perspective on a critical issue

The session includes:

  • a brief written intake to understand context

  • a 60–90 minute working conversation

  • a short set of written notes summarizing key takeaways or next steps

This focused intervention is designed to help you move forward with greater confidence.

Pricing: starting at $499

Clarity Audit

Clarify priorities and focus effort

When work demands feel overwhelming, or ideas and opportunities are pulling your team in too many directions, it’s a signal to step back, take stock, and sharpen direction.

This work includes:

  • clarifying where you are now, where you want to be, and what’s standing in the way

  • exploring how existing systems, communications, and workflows support or hinder your work

  • identifying the critical decisions and priorities that will have the greatest impact right now

The outcome is a clear, practical picture of where to focus — including what deserves attention now, what can be simplified, and what can be set aside for later.

Pricing: typically $3,000–$6,000, depending on scope

Implementation Support

Apply effort where it will matter most

When priorities are clear, we move into focused implementation work designed to address specific needs — so you can take action without overextending your team or adding unnecessary complexity.

This work might include:

  • improving how your website, content, or systems support your goals

  • simplifying or redesigning internal workflows

  • setting up or refining marketing and communication processes

  • supporting a specific campaign, season, or organizational transition

Each engagement is clearly scoped in advance, with a defined focus and timeframe.

The goal is progress you can feel — without taking on more than is realistic.

Pricing: from $5,000, scoped based on need

Structural Website & Digital Systems Work

When the underlying structure is part of the problem

Sometimes the issue isn’t clarity or strategy — it’s structure.

This work focuses on fixing foundational issues that create friction for your team, particularly across websites and the digital systems that support communication, marketing, and service delivery.

Structural work may include:

  • reviewing and improving website structure, content organization, and related workflows

  • designing clearer editorial and content workflows

  • identifying opportunities to streamline processes through automation or better tool use

  • aligning digital systems with how your organization actually operates

This is practical, structural work meant to make ongoing communication and maintenance easier, clearer, and more sustainable.

Pricing: from $5,000, scoped based on complexity and need

Ongoing Support

Continuity, without constant resets

Some organizations benefit from having a steady external partner who understands their context and can provide continuity over time.

Ongoing support may include:

  • strategic guidance and check-ins

  • practical coaching and problem-solving

  • light implementation support as priorities evolve

This option works well for organizations with ongoing programming, recurring campaigns, or periods of sustained change.

The structure is flexible, but always intentional — designed to support momentum without creating dependency.

Pricing: starting at $2,000/month for organizations

Artist Advisory Services

Ongoing guidance for independent artists

We also offer a limited ongoing support option for independent artists who want steady guidance without a full consulting engagement.

This support is advisory in nature and may include:

  • monthly check-ins

  • guidance on priorities, planning, and decision-making

  • feedback on ideas, releases, or opportunities

This option does not include hands-on implementation.

Pricing: $500/month

Let's connect 

Whether you need a strategic plan, a fresh perspective, or hands-on support, we're here to help you find the right path forward.

Let’s start with a conversation. Book a free discovery call, and we’ll explore how to grow your audience, strengthen support, and move forward with clarity, purpose, and impact.

Testimonials
Briana was a real godsend during a difficult time. She stepped in calmly and took the reins of our marketing department. Thanks to her, we moved from crisis to exceeding our targets, significantly growing our customer base and improving our processes for the future. I can’t say enough good things about Briana—if you get the chance to work with her, count yourself lucky."
Andrew Chandler, Executive Director
Chester Playhouse, Nova Scotia
Jasmine Colomby
I cannot thank you enough for everything you have done for this project, The Heart of Riverdale, and myself. You have been so patient, flexible, reliable and a powerhouse of knowledge. I am grateful to have had you to work with on this.
Jasmine Colomby, Digital Strategy Implementation Coordinator
The Heart of Riverdale Community Centre, Yukon
Inga Petri
Briana brings uncommon skill and expertise to a wide range of marketing and digital assignments. She's sharp, always current, an empathetic coach and trainer, and a creative solver of her clients' marketing problems. Best of all she is a pleasure to work with.
Inga Petri
Strategic Moves Consulting, Whitehorse
Music producer Joel Schwartz
As a small business owner, I felt completely overwhelmed by the possible avenues where my business could go. As a coach, Briana was able to not only act as a sounding board for me, but also as a trusted advisor. Briana has a gentle and empathetic approach, but one that is also data-driven, so I can feel confident in the decisions that I am making in my business.
Joel Schwartz
Music Producer, Toronto
Hudson Day 2021
Kudos to Troubadours and Vagabonds Productions for their excellent work on Hudson Day. From populating Main Road with wonderful musicians to branding the event through digital media, you managed to create a beautiful atmosphere in town that lasted all afternoon. You were a big part of the success of Hudson Day 2021.
Glen Robinson
Festival Organizer, Hudson
FAQ

Troubadours & Vagabonds Productions is based in the Greater Montreal area. We work remotely with clients across Canada and in local community projects in and around Hudson, Quebec.

We acknowledge that we live on unceded Indigenous land. The Kanien’kehá:ka (Mohawk) Nation is recognized as the traditional custodian of the lands and waters of Tiohtià:ke (Montreal), which has long served as a place for many First Nations to live, meet and exchange. We also wish to recognize the strong ties that unite the Anishinaabe Nation to this territory, which is known by these people as Mooniyang (in Anishinaabemowin). Today, the Tiohtià:ke/Mooniyang lands are home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other people. We respect the continued connections to the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community and beyond. 

Let's start with a conversation to understand your goals, challenges, and resources. Whether it’s a one-time audit, a strategy plan, or ongoing support, we’ll recommend the best option to fit your needs and budget. Book a free discovery call to get started.

Our focus is on measurable growth. Whether it’s increased website traffic, stronger engagement, or higher ticket sales, we work with you to set clear goals and track progress with regular performance reports so you can see the impact of our work.

We’ll adapt to your capacity. For strategy plans and retainers, we start with regular check-ins to align priorities and gather input. From there, we handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on your mission.

Our retainer packages focus on overall audience growth through digital strategy, SEO, ads, and engagement. We can include promotion for select key events as part of your plan or offer it as an add-on service. Let’s discuss your needs during your discovery call.

Absolutely. Our packages provide a framework, but we tailor the specifics to align with your goals, capacity, and budget. Every organization is different, and we’re here to meet you where you are.

Pricing varies based on the scope of the engagement. 

  • Audits and Strategy Plans are one-time services, billed upfront.
  • Retainers are billed monthly and can be adjusted based on your needs.

Yes, we are able to offer training on a variety of topics. Feel free to book a consultation call and we can discuss your needs.

Many grant programs are available to offset project costs for Canadian arts organizations. Artists, cultural workers, and arts organizations can apply for funding for digital strategy and implementation through Canada Council programs. Other grant programs may also be applicable. If you need help with your application we are available to support you in writing your grant.

Strategic clarity and practical support for arts, culture, and community-based organizations navigating growth, transition, and change.

About Us

Troubadours & Vagabonds works at the intersection of strategy, systems, and lived experience — combining consulting and advisory work with hands-on arts presentation and community cultural programming.