We designed our fair pricing model to ensure that we are providing quality freelance writing services at a fair price.
To create a fair pricing model for your freelance writing services, based on your skills, experience, and industry standards, here’s a breakdown of pricing options:
1. Per Word Pricing
Given your extensive background in copywriting, writing, and fact-checking, a per-word rate can work well for straightforward projects.
- Beginner to Intermediate Projects: $0.15 – $0.25 per word
- Advanced or Specialized Projects (Cybersecurity, legal, insurance, etc.): $0.30 – $0.50 per word
This model can be beneficial for blog posts, product descriptions, and shorter content pieces, ensuring you’re paid for the amount of work required.
2. Per Project Pricing
For larger or complex projects, such as white papers, case studies, or long-form content, a per-project rate is recommended. This structure gives you more flexibility and enables higher earnings for detailed research and in-depth writing.
- Blog Post (500–1000 words): $150 – $300
- Ebooks (5,000–10,000 words): $1,500 – $3,000
- White Papers (3,000–5,000 words): $1,200 – $2,500
Pricing can vary based on the length, research required, and complexity of the topic.
3. Hourly Pricing
If a project requires research, interviews, revisions, or consultation, an hourly rate works well. With your experience in copywriting and tech skills, a premium hourly rate is justified.
- Hourly Rate: $50 – $100 per hour
This model is ideal for clients who may want ongoing consultation, strategy development, or editing services.
4. Retainer Pricing
For clients seeking ongoing content production, a retainer can ensure consistent income while providing stability for your business.
- Monthly Retainer:
- Light workload (4–5 blog posts or similar content): $1,000 – $1,500 per month
- Medium workload (8–10 blog posts or similar content): $2,000 – $3,000 per month
- Heavy workload (12+ blog posts, newsletters, social media content): $4,000 – $6,000 per month
This model works well for companies that require ongoing content marketing, blog management, or regular copy updates.
Additional Considerations
- Revisions: You can offer a set number of revisions (2-3) within your pricing. Any revisions beyond that may be charged at an additional rate.
- Rush Projects: For projects with a short turnaround, you can charge a premium (20-30% higher).
- Research-Heavy Projects: For content that involves extensive research or niche topics, you may want to add an extra fee or set the project price accordingly.
By offering a flexible pricing model, you’ll attract a wide range of clients, from one-off projects to long-term collaborations, and maximize the value of your expertise.