It’s important that the business arrangement between a manager and their client (artist, musician, songwriter, producer, engineer, etc) be put into writing and signed by both parties in the form of an artist management contract or music manager agreement.
Even though disasters cannot always be avoided, obligations can be made much clearer and responsibilities more easily understood with the presence of a written artist management agreement. Before you get an attorney to draft a contract for you, however, you should first take stock of what you are prepared to do with and for an artist and what you expect out of the relationship.
Artist Management Agreement Template For Single Member Llc In Fairfax
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Managers' commissions are typically between 15 to 20% of an artist's gross income. Whether it's 15% or 20% really depends on the level of the band and the bargaining power of each party. I've seen some net deals, but they are extremely rare. That being said, I always push for a net commission on merchandise.
As a general rule, managers take a percentage of all income generated by the artist in exchange for their management services. Commission rates typically range from 15-25% of the artist's gross income from: Recording royalties: Sales, streaming and licensing of recorded music.
5 Must-Have Clauses in Artist Management Contracts Commission Rates. Term Length in Management Agreements. Decision-Making Authority. Sunset Clause (place after Term) ... Exclusivity.
Steps To Starting An Artist Management Company Build Your Artist Roster. Sign A Contract. Don't Quit Your Day Job Just Yet. Draft an Artist Management Company Business Plan. Make a Name for Yourself. Get Organized. Work With an Entertainment Accountant. Hire an Entertainment Lawyer.
What To Include in a Single-Member LLC Operating Agreement Name of LLC. Principal Place of Business. State of Organization/Formation. Registered Office and Registered Agent. Operating the LLC in Another State (Foreign LLC) Duration of LLC. Purpose of LLC. Powers of LLC.
Common Sections in Artist Management Agreements ARTIST MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT. BACKGROUND. Services Of The Manager. Rights And Authority Of The Manager. Term. Compensation. Accounting. Expenses.
A business management agreement formalizes the working relationship between a business and its manager. The contract will include information such as budgeting, the percentage of business revenue owed to the manager, and confidentiality requirements.