Invoicing Solutions by Industry
Invoicing for creative agencies
Agencies lose margin when pass-through costs blur with fee work. Invoices should show what is fee, what is pass-through, and what needs client pre-approval.
Retainers vs T&M
Retainers are predictable for clients; T&M needs tight time entry. Hybrid models should show burn against retainer each cycle.
Markups and transparency
If you markup vendor costs, disclose the policy. Finance teams compare vendor bills to your invoice—surprises erode trust.
Campaign timelines and holdbacks
Invoice media and production on delivery milestones. Note holdbacks or platform credits explicitly.
Agency invoicing FAQ
- Bill gross or net media?
- Follow client contracts—some require net billing with separate fee lines.
- Rush fees?
- Label rush or overtime rows clearly and tie them to written approval.
- Multiple entities?
- Invoice from the legal entity named in the MSA to avoid payment delays.