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Getting Started as a GigSync™ Musician

A Musician's Guide to Managing Gigs

Introduction

GigSync™ is a mobile application designed to help Musicians efficiently manage their Gigs, track Gig payments, and view a comprehensive dashboard of their activities on Android devices. This guide will walk you through the steps to effectively use GigSync™ to streamline your gig management process.


Download and Install GigSync™

  1. Open Google Play Store: On your Android device, open the Google Play Store app.

  2. Search for GigSync™: Use the search bar at the top of the screen to type "GigSync™" and press search.

  3. Install the App: Find GigSync™ in the search results and tap on it, then press the "Install" button to download and install the app on your device.


Sign Up With Your Google Account

  1. Open GigSync™: Once installed, open the application.

  2. Sign Up with Google: On the sign-up screen, choose the option to "Sign In with Google." This will prompt you to select a Google account you wish to use for GigSync™. A Google account is required to use GigSync™.

  3. Authorize Access: Allow GigSync™ to access your Google account information, as required for seamless integration.

  4. Select Your Plan: Choose between the Free or Premium plan. The Free plan may offer basic features, while the Premium plan includes additional features such as advanced analytics, unlimited gig entries, and priority support.


Venue Management

  1. Navigate to the 'Venues' page: From the main menu, tap on the “Venues” option.

  2. Add a Venue: Tap the "+" button to add a new Venue.

  3. Search by Business Name: Enter the name of the venue in the search bar. If the venue appears in the search results, select it to add it to your gig details.

  4. Search by Address: If the venue does not appear by name, tap on “Search by Address” and enter the venue’s address. Select the correct venue from the results to add it.

  5. Enter Details Manually: If neither the location name nor the address yields results, tap on “Enter Manually.” Input the venue's details such as name, address, contact information, and any other relevant information.

  6. Save Venue Information: After entering the venue details, save the information to your venue list for future use. This ensures easy access and management for upcoming gigs at the same location via the Gig Wizard.


Adding a Gig with the Gig Wizard

  1. Navigate to the 'Gigs' page: From the main menu, tap on the “Gigs” option.

  2. Add a Gig: Tap the "+" button to add a new Gig via the "Gig Wizard".

  3. Enter Gig Details: Fill in the gig details.

    1. Gig Details

      1. Gig Title: The name of the Gig.

      2. Gig Pay: The amount you expect to be paid. This can be different from what you actually get paid (tips, percentage of door, etc.).

    2. Gig Times

      1. Gig Arrival (Optional): If you want to track the time you must arrive to a Gig, add an Arrival Time.

      2. Gig Start: The Start Time is required. Also known as "Downbeat" for the Gig.

      3. Gig End: If you want to include the expected end of the Gig, add an End Time.

    3. Gig Venue

      1. Select a Venue: If you have already added a Venue and are playing it again, select it from the dropdown list. Otherwise, tap "Add New Venue" to create a new Venue. (See the "Venue Management" section for details).

    4. Band & Instrument

      1. Band: Enter the name of the Band you will be performing with for this Gig.

      2. Instrument: Enter the Instrument you will be performing on for this Gig.

  4. Save the Gig: Once all the details are entered and confirmed on the Review Gig Details step, save the gig. It will now appear in your Gig list.


Manage Gig Payments

  1. Access the Gigs Page: From the home screen, select the “Gigs” tab to view all scheduled and past Gigs.

  2. Filter Unpaid Gigs: Tap the "Unpaid" view at the bottom of the Gig List to show a list of all past Gigs that have not yet been paid.

  3. Update Payment for a Gig: To record a payment for a specific Gig, tap on the Gig entry and select “$ Mark Paid.” Enter the payment amount and payment details such as the method of payment, check number, or other notes for the payment.

  4. View Payment History: For a comprehensive view of all payments, go to the “Payments History” page. Here, you can review all transactions, including both completed and pending payments, providing a full financial overview of your Gigs.


Utilize the Dashboard

  1. View the Dashboard: Tap on the “Dashboard” icon in the main menu.

  2. Analyze Your Data: The dashboard provides a visual representation of your Gigs and earnings over the current year. Use this to identify trends, such as busy periods or frequent clients.


Sync with Your Google Calendar

  1. Enable Calendar Sync: In the settings menu, find the option for calendar synchronization and enable it.

  2. Select Your Google Calendar: Choose the Google Calendar you want to sync your Gigs with. This ensures that all your scheduled Gigs appear alongside your personal events.

  3. Confirm Sync: Gigs can now be added to the selected Google Calendar from the Gig List. Simply tap a Gig and then tap the "Add to Calendar" button to schedule it directly in your Google Calendar.

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