Below are standard clauses found in a typical agreement, but it should serve simply as a guide to understanding artist management contracts. An artist manageent agreement is the contract between the artist and the person or company they choose to manage their career.1. Review the agreement sections thoroughly. In this video you're going to learn what to include in a management contract between the artist and the manager. One of the most important documents in the talent industry is the agreement that governs the artist (talent) and personal manager relationship. In addition to this cut, your manager will also receive compensation for expenses. An artist management contract is a legal agreement between an artist or group and a manager. Generally, your initial contract should be for a one or two-year term. Artist 3: 1 ARTISTS' MANAGEMENT CONTRACT Name. Address. 1. The. Minimum Recording Commitment for each Contract Period shall be 1 option.