Creatives
bookkeeping
Bookkeeping for creatives who just want to create.
You focus on your craft
I handle your bookkeeping
Do you want more time doing your craft?
More time to focus on your clients?
Make more money by making your business more profitable?
Spend more time hanging out with loved ones?
With Creatives Bookkeeping, you can have peace of mind that all your expenses are accounted for, your books are ready for tax season, and you can spend more time creating or hanging out with loved ones.
No more stress about business, no uncertainty about what to file and when, no receipts lost ever again! And a bonus: I’ll show you which project is actually profitable.
Max Masure
Business owner, bookkeeperApproachable, focused and quirky, Max is a pleasure to work with. With 20 years of experience as a business owner working in design, they are the perfect partner for your creative business.
Services that save time and stress
$300/month
Perfect for part-time creators needing tax-ready books without the stress.
For creatives making under $60k/year (fine art artists, freelance illustrators, designers, filmmakers…)
Up to 100 transactions/mo, 1 bank account, monthly reconciliation
$600/month
Built for full-time creatives who need to smooth out seasonal cash flow gaps and get insights on their business.
Full-time creatives making $60k–$200k/year
Up to 300 transactions/mo, 2-3 bank and credit card accounts, financial statements, advisory calls
$1,600/month
Ideal for high-earning artists who want to track inventory and project profitability.
For creatives making $200k+/year
600+ transactions/mo, 5+ bank and credit card accounts, payroll, advisory calls, AP/AR, invoices, bills, integrations, inventory, sales tax, projects
What People Are Saying
“Max is always excellent to work with for tax preparation. They keep their books well organized and always respond promptly to communications.”
Jennifer Ambler - Tax preparer“With Max, you’re not only getting someone who will manage your books exceptionally well, you’re getting a trusted and seasoned partner you’ll learn from along the way. They understand firsthand what it takes to launch, run, and scale businesses from over 20 years running their own and consulting for others. They bring that experience, strategic thinking, and care to every client they serve and project they work on.”
Natalie Kuhn - Founder“Max is a rare leader who operates seamlessly across strategy and execution. They were crucial to the success of our launch, shaping the whole org's culture to be more user-centric while handling all the tactical details. Any organization would be lucky to have their talent, empathy, and leadership.”
Craig Spaeth - Engineer“Max is a rare blend of tact, craft, and whimsy. No matter the task at hand, Max is fully in your corner, bringing sharp expertise and genuine care to help you achieve your ambitions.”
Meag Doherty - Founder“Max is a thoughtful creative and researcher and skilled at everything from running a business to running research and workshops!
When we worked at the same agency, they gave me some tips and helped me in ways that were deeper than just understanding my business or the challenges of contracting. They also are supreme at encouraging you to aim higher with your worth and that kind of person is definitely who you want around if you’re creative!
Also, after seeing them work hard on their (nonfiction) book, I definitely can say that they are self-driven and inspired!”
Soren Hamby - Senior Design LeaderFrequently Asked Questions
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Bookkeeping audit and guidance, specifically for creatives
Catch-up bookkeeping
Ongoing bookkeeping
QuickBooks setup and clean-up
Advisory calls
Get ready for tax season
Month-end close
Focus areas:
Expenses tracking
Reconciliations
Invoices
Payroll
Financial reporting
Inventory
Sales tax
Project profitability
What I won’t do:
As a bookkeeper, I am not allowed to file taxes - I can recommend an accountant/CPA who will do it for you.
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Getting started is simple. Reach out through my contact form or schedule a call—I’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.
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I combine a thoughtful, human-centered approach I learned over 20 years as a freelance designer, with clear communication and reliable results.
It’s not just what I do: it’s how I do it that sets me apart. I bring a lot of empathy and shared experience as a freelance designer myself.
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Absolutely. I will set you up with a simple phone app. You just snap a picture of the receipt, toss the paper, and I handle the rest!
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Money is tricky, and as creatives, we don’t always have the business brain needed to stay on track. But that’s okay. Now is a good time to get things in order.
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You can reach me anytime via my contact page or email max@creativesbookkeping.com.
I aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.
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I offer 3 services with a monthly flat fee depending on your needs and revenue:
Emerging Creative - $300/month
Seasoned Creative - $600/month
Established Creative - $1,600/month
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Approachable, focused, and quirky, I am always here to guide you in the world of bookkeeping without stress.
I work with all types of creatives (artists, illustrators, designers, filmmakers..) and also small businesses.
We will communicate via email, text, and video calls, depending on your preference.
If you struggle with your business finances, I am here to help!
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Your flat monthly fee stays the same. I help you build cash reserves during peak sales months so your activity remains stable during dry spells.
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Well, if you could, you wouldn’t be on this page, I guess ;)
I am here to listen to your challenges and bring you solutions. As a business owner for 20 years, I know my way around, and I can’t wait to support you. I will also provide resources to help you make the best out of your business.
One step closer to peace of mind
One step closer to peace of mind
