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One of the first significant contracts a musician signs is with a manager. If you’re negotiating a deal with an artist manager, this free checklist will help you figure out what to ask for…and what to avoid.
And if you need just a little bit more, click the Course link above for access to a series of short videos that will explain how management agreements work. There are even worksheets included, so you can apply the concepts to your own deal.
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You’re excited. Someone believes in you and wants to help build your career.
Things are moving fast.
But a bad contract can change your income, your flexibility, and the course of your career for years. If you don’t understand the deal, you’re guessing. And that means you are gambling with your income and your career.
That’s where we come in. We help you educate yourself, so you can avoid the traps so many musicians fall into. Learn how these agreements can help you—and possibly hurt you.
Every agreement is different, so there are going to be points that are unique to your deal. But the five main points of management agreements that really move the needle are universal:
What are the key points?
How long are you committed to the deal?
How is the manager’s income calculated?
Who controls the decisions that affect your career?
What happens when you and your manager part ways?
What management expenses will you have to pay?
Upload your management agreement.
Our system analyzes the key points above.
You get a clear breakdown of what your deal means to you.
That’s it.
Simple. Clear. Fast.
What you receive.
You will receive an AI narrative customized to your agreement and a report that details the findings and risk score. Your report will explain to you, in clear terms, how your agreement compares to industry ranges, what areas you should pay close attention to, and what questions you should ask before moving forward with your agreement.
In short, the goal of the analysis is for you to understand what you are getting ready to commit to.
And that’s one of the most important considerations in signing an agreement that could impact your career for years.
Why does it matter?
Your signature can affect your career for years. Before you give away your income, and your control, understand what you are giving up and what you are getting in return. Your music is your business. And you have to protect it.
Don’t gamble with your career. Download your free checklist.
Note: Music Deal Awareness is an educational platform designed to help artists understand the structure of their agreements. It does not provide legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. By using this platform, you understand that AI bots make mistakes, and the results you receive may contain errors. The results are intended to educate you about how management deals work and should not be relied upon to make career decisions. Always seek legal advice before signing any agreement.