1. Review the agreement sections thoroughly. Artist agreements outline the terms and conditions of the artistic partnership and allow each party to understand what they are responsible for in the endeavor.Below are standard clauses found in a typical agreement, but it should serve simply as a guide to understanding artist management contracts. A personal management agreement is a legal document that lays out the terms of an artist's or entertainer's professional relationship with their manager. An Artist Management Agreement is a written agreement between an artist and their manager. It outlines all aspects of the professional relationship. Save time and money with PandaDoc. In this video you're going to learn what to include in a management contract between the artist and the manager.