Is the role different for startup bands than more established bands?
What is the approximate compensation of band managers?
The role of the Band Managers can vary depending on the band he or she is
managing. For example, if a band is just starting out, the band manager
may take on the role of a number of jobs including booker, promoter, and more.
It just depends on the band.
Role of Band Managers for New Bands:
A Family member or friend may take interest and manage a band
Books Gigs for the Band
Assembles Press Kit to send to clubs to get shows and gigs
Band Promotion including flyers, CD promotion, contacting newspapers,
and gig promotion
May help with Demo recording or CD launches
Role of Band Managers of More Established Bands:
May need more managers involved including:
Band Managers - Getting the band business together including demo
solicitation, press kit submission, and many other duties could be involved
depending on the band.
Booking Agents - Gets your band the show date or gig.
Tour Promoters - Similar to Booker where they book shows, but also price
shows and responsible for band transportation and or backstage food etc.
Band Manager Compensation
Band Managers, Booking Agents, and Tour Promoters compensation will depend on
the band or organization that they manage. Typically they make between 10% to
20% of the service that they provide. For example, if a booking agent
books your band at a club, he or she should get between 10% to 20% of the amount
your band made at the gig. Of course, any fee should be negotiated ahead
of time between the band and manager.
