RATES & PRICING

I’ve put everything you need to know about my rates, process, and pricing in one convenient location.

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Are your rates hourly or project-based?

Every project quote is value-based, meaning you pay for the value and ROI of the finished product, not the time spent producing it. My rates also include the following advantages:

  • Industry knowledge of what works and what doesn’t

  • Quick turnaround time & constant communication

  • Topic research for internal and external sources

  • SEO integration (when provided keywords)

  • Edited copy for grammar, consistency, tone, and clarity

  • Titles, subtitles, social scripts, and meta descriptions (for blog content)

  • The option to upload content to your CMS

In some instances, I will quote hourly rates, but these are for recurring, more involved projects. Writing rates in this case begin at $100/hour.

What are your starting prices?

One-time writing projects (like blog posts) begin at $450/post for up to 1,200 words, but vary depending on required research and word count. Longer, more intensive content garners a higher price point.

Copy editing services (like proofreading, line editing, copy editing/rewrites) vary in scope and word count but begin at $60/hour. I do not offer per-word or per-page rates.

Miscellaneous projects (like landing pages, case studies, product descriptions, and general marketing copy services) are also based on scope. Send me a message to chat about these things.

Why are your fees slightly higher than other freelancers?

You get what you pay for. Clients who choose to work with me do so because they believe in paying for high-quality, original products — not just finished products. If your goal is keeping costs low (rather than awesome results), you might be in the wrong place.

Why you?

You’ll never have to “check in with me,” and I’ve never had a case of the “deadline flu.”

FAQs

1.  How can I pay you?

Depending on whether our working relationship is ongoing, payments will be made via bank transfer or PayPal. I’ll send you an invoice for your records at the end of the project. For larger one-off projects, I’ll request a 50% deposit to begin.

2.  How many rounds of edits do I get?

Every project includes two rounds of edits. If you need additional edits after that, there is a fee for additional work — which helps ensure we’re both on the same page from the start of the project.

3. How do you typically deliver finished work?

I prefer working in Google Docs for most written content. This is the most efficient way to add comments, provide feedback, and communicate changes in real time. I’ll share my doc with you so you can see my progress and respond to my comments when needed.

4.  When can you start?

I request at least a two-week lead time for new projects. I usually reserve 1 to 2 openings for new clients each month, but they go fast. The sooner we start the conversation, the better.

5. What if I need you IMMEDIATELY?

If you need me YESTERDAY, let me know. I’ll put you at the top of my to-do list, but a 20% priority fee will be added to your invoice.

6. I want to work together. What should I do?

Interested clients should contact me. When sending a message, please provide details about your business and specific project needs. You can also reach out on LinkedIn or message me directly at laurenhamerwrites[at]gmail.com.