In this video you're going to learn what to include in a management contract between the artist and the manager. Entering into a written management agreement will make it clear the services a professional artist manager will or will not provide to an artist.In addition to this cut, your manager will also receive compensation for expenses. Below are standard clauses found in a typical agreement, but it should serve simply as a guide to understanding artist management contracts. I break down the common finer points of music industry contracts explain what you're likely to see what you should negotiate for. An artist manageent agreement is the contract between the artist and the person or company they choose to manage their career.