How freelance writers bill
Writers bill per word, per article/piece, per hour, or per project. Retainers for ongoing content are common, and rush jobs often carry a surcharge.
What to put on a freelance writer invoice
- What each line covers (word count, number of pieces, revisions included) so there's no ambiguity.
- Your revision policy — how many rounds are included before extra charges apply.
- Kill fee or deposit terms for larger projects, if you use them.
- The essentials every invoice needs: your details, the client's, a unique number, issue and due dates, an itemised list, the total, and how to pay.
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Sample freelance writer invoice
A typical freelance writer invoice might look like this:
- Blog article (1,500 words) — $250 × 2
- Website copy — 5 pages — $900
- Rush surcharge — $150
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