Rates
Rates Effective October 2020 Copy editing: $50.00/hr Substantive editing: $60.00/hr Developmental editing: $70.00/hr Writing: $75.00/hr Graphic design and layout: $50.00/hr For all long-term projects and for new clients, I will require a non-refundable retainer fee of 40% of estimated cost, as well as a signed contract. All services will be charged against the retainer at the agreed-upon rate. Any services performed on holidays or on a rush basis will also be charged at an additional rate of $20/hr. I typically bill by the hour. On occasion, however, I am willing to bid on a project with an established client. Any services performed, including client-initiated changes and revisions, after initial project is completed will be billed by the hour, in addition to the project fee. A retainer fee may apply. If you would like, I can perform a sample edit of 10-20 pages to provide an estimate of a timeline and hours required. I keep meticulous records of the amount of time I spend