This is essential reading for managers, students, and artists in the music business. In this video you're going to learn what to include in a management contract between the artist and the manager.Below are standard clauses found in a typical agreement, but it should serve simply as a guide to understanding artist management contracts. Download an artist management contract template. Discover 5 key clauses in all artist management contracts. First of all, the manager is the public representatives of an artist. Managers reach out to partners and filter incoming offers on the artist's behalf. 1. Review the agreement sections thoroughly. Department Chair John Snyder interviews Wayne Forte about his career as both a talent agent and an artist manager. ContractsCounsel has assisted 4 clients with artist management agreements in Indiana and maintains a network of 14 Indiana business lawyers available daily.