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Copywriting Rates & Availability

Everything You Really Want to Know (Without Having to Ask)

Want to know my copywriting rates and how soon I can get your project booked in? You’re in the right place.

When Can You Get Started?

I’m currently booking new projects about 3-4 weeks from now.
Please try to book in with me as soon as you start to plan your project so that I can fit you in.
I always keep space in my schedule for regular/retainer clients, which means that I can sometimes book up fairly quickly in advance.
Need something sooner? Contact me to see if I can squeeze you in (but note that a 25% rush fee will apply).

My Copywriting Rates

See an overview of my current rates for my core services.

Website Copywriting

4 page website package from $4475
10 page website package from $6345
20 page website package from $11945
Extra pages from $300-$700
Sales pages and landing pages from $1995

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Blog Content Writing

500 word article from $895
1000 word article from $1495
1500+ word article from $1845

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Website Copy & Design

4-page website with copy, custom design, dev, 12 months hosting & maintenance from $788 x 12 monthly payments

Available via The Digital Brew

Case Studies

500 word case study from $895
3 x 500 word case studies from $2545
6 x 500 word case studies from $4995

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eBooks & Whitepapers

1800+ word eBook/Whitepaper from $2995

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LinkedIn Content

LinkedIn Profile Writing & Optimisation from $1595
10 x LinkedIn posts from $1200

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Email Copywriting

300 word email from $445
5 x email series from $1545

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Strategy & Packages

Tailored content strategies, SEO strategies, brand messaging, and content marketing packages available upon request.

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  • Please use this price list as a guide - note that all prices are in $AUD and GST is charged as extra for Australian clients.
  • If you’re looking for something specific, just ask.
  • I'll talk through your needs and put together some recommendations and an exact quote before we start working together.
  • If the project scope is likely to evolve as we go along, I may suggest an hourly consulting rate.

So you want to know more about working with a copywriter?

If it's your first time hiring a copywriter, you might feel unsure about what's involved, what you can expect, and what the process looks like. Here's what you need to know...

How much does copywriting cost?

You might find a beginner copywriter who charges just $10 for a basic 300 word blog. Or you might hire a highly experienced copywriter with proven results who charges $50,000+ to write a high-converting landing pageHourly rates range from $15-$1,000.

There are loads of factors that go into determining a copywriter’s rates. These include:

  • Experience
  • Specialisation
  • Education
  • Skills
  • Demand
  • Turnaround

Another factor is how busy or booked up your copywriter is right now. If they’re busy, they might quote higher because they can afford to lose the job. And also, the higher quote covers them in case they need to work weekends/nights to get the job done.

I suppose when you consider all these factors, it’s not surprising that copywriting costs vary so much!

How does experience impact copywriting rates?

The more experienced, skilled, and educated a copywriter is, the more they can charge. And of course, if they have specialised knowledge, are more in-demand, and can promise a faster turnaround, they can usually command higher fees, too.

For instance, Glenn Murray (who many agree is Australia's top copywriter) does a whole lot more than just writing for his clients. He talks about how it's difficult to define his job title as a 'writer' because after 29 years of writing, he actually spends more time doing things like UI & UX design, information architecture, content strategy, and at least 20 other specialised skills. So, you can see how an experienced writer can add a lot more value to clients and projects because you're getting more than just a writer.

And of course, many of the top copywriters have proof of past results, amazing testimonials, or an impressive client list — all of which can help them charge more and attract clients with bigger budgets.

Why do some copywriting projects cost more than others?

Many copywriters will adjust their quotes based on the type of client and project. That's because the amount of time, effort, and brain-power is needed to get the job done can vary significantly. Factors that might affect your copywriter’s quote include:

  • Communication
  • Niche
  • Urgency
  • Complexity
  • Scope/Length

You won’t hear this on many copywriter rates pages, but… some copywriters will also include a PITA (pain in the ass) fee on some projects. If a potential client looks like they’ll be more demanding, need more hand-holding, or just be less pleasant to deal with, your copywriter might build a little extra into their quote. If they lose the job, at least they’ll have more time in their schedule for other clients. If they win the job, at least they’ll have some extra funds to buy the chocolate/wine to get through it. Of course, I’d never do such a thing. 😉

On the flip side, a returning client that has been great to work with in the past might get better rate than a new client with a similar project. This is because the copywriter can be confident the job will go smoothly.

How can a good copywriting brief save money?

You can help your copywriter give you an accurate quote by giving them a good brief. This means being super clear about exactly what you want them to deliver, how soon you need it, examples of what you want, and how you want to work together. Don’t worry if you’ve never done it before – your copywriter will help you submit a brief (if they’ve got more than a few years’ experience, they probably have a questionnaire ready to go).

Here are some details you might include in your brief:

  • Your details – how to contact you (phone, email, website)
  • Goals – what you want to achieve
  • Audience – who is the project targeting?
  • Company – background info on your business, what you do, and what makes you different
  • Competitors – who are your top competitors?
  • Project type – type of copywriting or content project (e.g. blog, email series, website copy, ad, etc.)
  • Industry/topic – what do you want it to be about?
  • Length – if you don’t know, it’s okay to say so
  • CTAs – what calls to action or what actions do you want your reader to take?
  • Examples – links to similar content you like
  • Style – what tone of voice do you want your content or copy written in?
  • SEO – keywords you’d like to target with the content (if relevant)
  • Deadline/urgency – if you don’t have a set deadline, pick a realistic date in the future (say, 6-8 weeks ahead for a biggish project, or 1.5-2 weeks for a small one) and say you’re flexible
  • Resources – data, contacts, links, images, and any documents that will help your copywriter write quality content

My briefing process:

I usually request an initial brief with just enough information for me to understand the scope of the project and give an accurate quote with all the right inclusions. Depending on the project, I might get this from an initial enquiry email, a phone conversation, or an online form. After my client accepts the quote, I may send through a second, more detailed brief to help me fill in any details and start writing the copy. But this will depend on the project and client. For smallish projects, I might only do a short, initial brief. And if they’re a regular client and I’m pretty confident that I understand their needs, I might skip a proper brief altogether. And sometimes while I’m writing something, I’ll come back with a few more questions to fill in the gaps.

While I have my standard briefing processes, it’s important to remember that every client and project is different, so I adapt my processes to suit.

One of my goals as a copywriter and content writer is to save my clients time. A brief should support this goal by being comprehensive enough to help me get the project mostly right in the first draft, without taking hours and hours to fill out (especially since many of my clients hire me so they don’t have to write!).

Tip: If you don’t give your copywriter an accurate brief, or they find it difficult to get the information they need out of you, they’ll need to build extra time and budget into their quote to cover themselves. So… take the time to do a proper brief! It could save you some money – and help you get your project completed faster. 🙂

What are standard Australian copywriting rates?

The Clever Copywriting School has a great pricing guide that recommends the following hourly rates and day rates for copywriters:

Experience level Hourly rate ($AUD) Day rate ($AUD)
Junior (0-2 years) $70-$100 $450-$630
Mid (2-4 years) $100-$150 $700-$900
Senior (4+ years) $150-$190 $900-$1500

Last updated/reviewed in February 2024.

What about copywriting rates from around the world?

Good question. After all, we’re in a global economy now, aren’t we? I’ve had a look at a few other sources to see what their recommended/average rates are. For comparison, I’ve converted the local currencies into $AUD.

Publication Hourly rate Hourly rate ($AUD) Day rate Day rate ($AUD)
MEAA $268AUD $268 $1070AUD $1070
AWAI $100-$200USD $152-$305 $1200USD* $1,828.15
Pro Copywriters UK - - £433 $836.4
YunoJuno Freelance Creatives - - £391 $755.30

Last updated/reviewed in February 2024.

If you’re super interested, you can read more about these from MEAAAWAI, Pro Copywriters UK, and YunoJuno.

*I had some trouble finding an official day rate for American copywriters, so I’ve taken the average consulting hourly rate from AWAI ($150) and multiplied it by 8 hours. It’s not an exact science, but it gives us something to work with! 

What about hiring an agency copywriter?

You could hire a copywriter through an agency. Some of the bigger agencies have in-house copywriters, but many work with freelance copywriters – like me.

There are certainly advantages in going through an agency, especially if you have a big campaign and you need to coordinate multiple channels and skillsets. If the stakes/risks are high and it’s a complicated situation, an agency will likely have all the skills you need in one place and the experience to do it all smoothly.

However, if you mostly just need a copywriter or content writer (with a few handy dandy skills on the side), you’ll get better value for money and more control over the process if you go direct to a freelancer or consultant. Plus, I have it on good authority that agencies markup freelance copywriting rates by around double (which is fair enough – they have to cover extra project management and overheads).

What about fixed price quotes?

A lot of copywriters will charge a fixed quote for working on your project, for example, writing a blog post or rewriting your website copy. It’s tricky to talk about standard pricing for projects, because it’ll depend on the factors I listed previously, and what your copywriter has included. Usually, copywriters will calculate the price based on how much time they estimate for your project, how much value the project is worth to you (if it’s done right), or a mixture of the two.

Tip: If you’re comparing quotes between copywriters, make sure you know exactly what’s included so you can compare “apples with apples”.

Why don't you charge by the word?

Charging by the word (for example, $1 per word) is not a good idea for either of us. If you pay me by the word, you’re incentivising me to pump out volume instead of quality. If writing “blah blah blah” earns me an extra $3, I might as well do it.

(Slight exaggeration – and I have WAY more integrity than that, but hopefully you get the point.)

Plus, it’s often MORE time consuming to write less. For example, it’s often faster to write a 1,000 word blog post than it is to write a snappy tagline.

That’s why I generally prefer to quote a flat fee for your project (based on how much time it should take me) or charge an hourly rate for the exact time we spend working together. It’s fair for everyone, and it means I can focus on producing quality copywriting, not writing as many words as I can as many words as I can. 😉

Why do you publish your rates?

As you can see, I’m a big fan of transparent pricing. It helps you compare and shop around (if you want to) and know if I fit your budget. I probably get fewer enquiries by publishing my rates, but it means the people who DO enquire are much more likely to end up working with me.

In the end? It avoids wasting your time and mine.

What are the standard terms and conditions?

Ts & Cs will vary between copywriters and content writers. It’ll depend a lot on what kind of services you’re ordering. But it’s normal to include things like:

  • A 50% upfront payment on projects over a certain value (e.g. $1000)
  • Payment in full upon delivery of your first draft
  • Payment upfront on projects under a certain value (e.g. $999)
  • Limited phone/email meetings per project
  • How to pay, including appropriate payment methods, currencies, taxes, and other details
  • Information like who owns the copyright on the content that’s produced
  • What happens if the scope changes
  • What your copywriter is and isn’t liable for
  • 1-2 revisions within 7 days after receiving your first draft
  • Quotes expire after 30 days
  • Extra revisions (outside of included revisions) charged at an hourly rate
  • How to accept a proposal so that the work can get scheduled or started
  • Expectations on timeframes for delivery and approvals
  • How the relationship can be terminated (and what will happen with your initial payment and any outstanding work in certain scenarios)

I include my terms and conditions in a link with my invoice and in all my proposals – although I don’t do proposals for some of my smaller or one-off jobs.

Being clear about terms and conditions is important for both copywriters and their clients… it sets out what’s expected, what’s included, and how the relationship will work. I very rarely need to refer clients to my terms and conditions (after all, they’re pretty standard), but it’s nice to know they’re there to cover me in case a project starts to go off track.

Got questions about copywriter rates or pricing?

Got any questions that aren’t covered here? Or received a quote from a copywriter or content writer and you’re not sure if it’s fair?

I’m happy to chat or give your quote a quick look over.

(Don’t worry, I won’t try to undercut their price – if you’ve been chatting to other copywriters, it’s unlikely I’m the right copywriter for you anyway.)

But from what I’ve seen, most copywriters are extremely fair in their pricing. We’re generally a good bunch, worth what we charge (usually more), and are unlikely to pull anything dodgy on you. They probably have a good reason for their price, and I might be able to help you see it. Whether it looks like it’s a fair price, a bargain, or on the off-chance it’s a total rip off, I’ll let you know (in my expert opinion).

So whether you’ve got questions about pricing, or want me to double-check your quote, please do reach out. I’m happy to chat. 🙂

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