An artist manageent agreement is the contract between the artist and the person or company they choose to manage their career. One of the most important documents in the talent industry is the agreement that governs the artist (talent) and personal manager relationship.First of all, the manager is the public representatives of an artist. Managers reach out to partners and filter incoming offers on the artist's behalf. Complete Guide to Contracts COMPANION VOLUME contains a clean copy of the contracts discussed. 1. A Contract between an artist and a booking agent. 1. Review the agreement sections thoroughly. I've worked in the music industry for 8 years. I book a variety of venues in the Northeast. We examine the Artist Development Deal in the music industry, and how it can effect musicians in the modern music business.