Below are standard clauses found in a typical agreement, but it should serve simply as a guide to understanding artist management contracts. We offer artist management contracts that you can download and modify.Get your management contract for recording artists and live performance artists now. 1. Review the agreement sections thoroughly. The simple answer is "By being popular". You have to prove to business people that you are earning, or are very close to earning a considerable income. Artist and Manager Contracts are very unique. Chip Sutherland explains why artist management agreements are not always standard. Contract Negotiation: Representing the artist in negotiations with record labels, promoters, and other industry players. Manager of Public Works.