Basic Artist Management Contract For Music Artist In Los Angeles

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Multi-State
County:
Los Angeles
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US-0021BG
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The Basic artist management contract for music artists in Los Angeles outlines the relationship between the Artist and their Manager, detailing services to be provided by the Manager, rights associated with management, and compensation terms. This contract allows the Manager to act as the Artist's representative for career development and exploitation of their talents while requiring the Artist to seek the Manager's counsel exclusively. Key features include the Manager's authority as an attorney-in-fact for executing contracts and handling financial matters on behalf of the Artist, as well as detailed compensation clauses regarding gross monthly earnings. It emphasizes mutual agreements on significant business decisions, the duration of the agreement, and conditions for termination. This document aids attorneys, partners, owners, associates, paralegals, and legal assistants in establishing clear expectations between artists and their management, ensuring legal protections and clarity in roles and responsibilities. It can be utilized for drafting customized management agreements and facilitating negotiations in the competitive entertainment industry.
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Your Music Recording Contract should cover details like: Compensation and royalties. Where and when the album will be recorded. The album's release date. Who has creative control over specific elements of the album. The termination clause. The exclusive agreement clause. Dispute resolution. Promotional appearances.

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.

An Artist Management Agreement is used by a personal manager to contract with a recording and performing musical artist to set the terms for managing the artist's career. The manager receives a percentage of all the income generated by the artist for the management services provided.

Steps To Starting An Artist Management Company Build Your Artist Roster. Sign A Contract. Don't Quit Your Day Job Just Yet. Draft an Artist Management Company Business Plan. Make a Name for Yourself. Get Organized. Work With an Entertainment Accountant. Hire an Entertainment Lawyer.

The common standard term for a management contract is typically between one and five years, but this can vary depending on the specific needs and goals of the parties involved.

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.

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.

Artist Manager Salary Annual SalaryHourly Wage Top Earners $400,000 $192 75th Percentile $400,000 $192 Average $246,250 $118 25th Percentile $92,500 $44

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Basic Artist Management Contract For Music Artist In Los Angeles