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 Manager Contract With Gallery In Los Angeles
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Often, an institution, organization or gallery will have its own template for agreements and will provide the artist with a contract to be reviewed and signed. On the other hand, if you are commissioned for a private artwork, for example, you might need to draw up and provide your own contract.
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.
5 Must-Have Clauses in Artist Management Contracts Commission Rates. Term Length in Management Agreements. Decision-Making Authority. Sunset Clause (place after Term) ... Exclusivity.
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.
Managers usually takes a percentage of the artist's income. This typically ranges between 10 to 20% and is usually 15% for indie artists in my experience.
Common Sections in Artist Management Agreements ARTIST MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT. BACKGROUND. Services Of The Manager. Rights And Authority Of The Manager. Term. Compensation. Accounting. Expenses.
If you've been handling everything on your own and are hitting a wall getting past the proverbial industry waiting room, it might be time to hire a manager. A manager must constantly work at managing your own expectations and goals, while expanding your base of industry relationships, experience and knowledge.
What Percentage Do They Make? The most common, or easiest gauging point for management percentage, at least in North America, is 15 to 20% of gross artist revenue. I personally don't know of anyone who charges 15% of gross but I have heard through the industry that some people do. I personally hear of 20% more often.