AirGigs is a marketplace for hiring session musicians, vocalists, producers and audio engineers who work from their own studios. It launched in 2012 as the first marketplace of its kind. Sellers list their services for free and pay a commission only when an order is confirmed: 10% for top-rated pros and members featuring services, and 15% for everyone else.
At a glance
| What it is | Marketplace for remote music services |
| Cost to list | Free |
| Commission | 10% or 15%, by member status |
| Minimum commission | $8 per order |
| Payouts | PayPal and Payoneer (beta) |
| Bonus | 2% on PayPal withdrawals of $1,000 or more |
How it works
You create a free account and post your services, such as guitar tracks, vocals, mixing or mastering. Each listing sets your price, delivery time and what you need from the buyer. When a buyer orders, AirGigs holds the payment until the work is complete, then releases it to you minus the commission.
What you earn
You set your prices. Top-rated studio pros and members who feature a service keep 90%; others keep 85%. Orders priced low pay a minimum $8 commission, which affects services under $80 on the 10% tier and under about $54 on the 15% tier.
Becoming top rated
Moving up to the 10% tier depends on your status, which grows with good reviews and completed orders, or on featuring a service. Delivering on time and communicating well helps you get there.
Getting started
Create clear listings with audio samples that show your sound, and price with the commission and payout fees in mind. Start with services you can deliver quickly and consistently.
Common mistakes
Some sellers price too low and lose most of the order to the minimum commission. Others post weak samples. A third mistake is slow delivery, which hurts reviews and status.
Setting your prices
Check what similar services cost on AirGigs and price to cover the commission and payout fees. Offer clear packages, such as one instrument track, a full arrangement or a mix, with set revisions.
Keeping track
Watch which services sell and which listings get views but no orders. Adjust samples, descriptions or prices on the ones that don’t convert.
Is it worth it?
For session players and engineers with spare studio time, yes. There’s no cost to list, and every order is extra income.
Before you start
Record short, high-quality samples for each service, write clear descriptions of what’s included and set realistic delivery times you can always meet.
Building your status
Five-star reviews and on-time delivery move you toward top-rated status and the lower 10% commission. Treat your first orders as an investment in your reputation.
Communication
All messages and files go through AirGigs. Respond quickly, ask clear questions about the client’s references and needs, and confirm details before you record.
Getting paid
AirGigs pays through PayPal and Payoneer. Withdrawals of $1,000 or more to PayPal earn a 2% cash bonus, so some sellers wait and withdraw in larger amounts.
Owen’s take
AirGigs is a straightforward way for session players and engineers to sell their skills online. It costs nothing to list, so it’s worth adding alongside SoundBetter.
Who it suits
It suits session musicians, singers and engineers with a home studio. It suits less well beginners without professional recordings to show.
Similar options
- SoundBetter is a larger music pro marketplace.
- Fiverr has music and audio services.
- Bandcamp sells your own music to fans.
- Epidemic Sound pays producers upfront per track.
More options are in Music & Audio.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Free to list services
- Commission only on confirmed orders
- Built for music specialists
Cons
- 15% commission for new sellers
- $8 minimum commission on small orders
- Smaller audience than general marketplaces
FAQ
Is AirGigs free to join?
Yes, joining and listing services are free.
How much commission does AirGigs take?
10% for top-rated pros and members featuring services, 15% for others.
Is there a minimum commission?
Yes, $8 per order.
How does AirGigs pay?
Through PayPal and Payoneer (beta).
When was AirGigs founded?
In 2012.
