Pricing - clear, considered and tailored to your work
My Pricing
Every project is different and pricing reflects the care, detail and time required to do it properly.
I aim to keep my pricing clear and fair, ensuring you receive a professional service that supports your work at every stage.
How Pricing Works
Projects are typically priced on an hourly basis, with full project estimates provided where helpful. My editing speed depends on the complexity of the document, which is why it is difficult to give a one-size-fits-all price as each document has differing requirements.
The final cost will depend on:
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Word count
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Level of editing required: development edit, copyedit or proofread.
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Complexity of the content
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Quality, fluency of language, and clarity of the text
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References, tables, figures or formatting requirements
To provide an accurate quote, I will need to review a sample of your document.
Guide Rates
Proofreading & Copyediting
From
£24
per hour
Development Editing
From
£25
per hour
Sample
Edits
For larger documents (typically over 10,000 words),
I offer a 1,000-word sample edit.
This allows you to see how I work and ensures we are the right fit before moving forward.
Student and charity discounts can be discussed
What You’re Investing In
Working with a professional editor is about more than correcting grammar — it’s about ensuring your work communicates clearly, confidently and effectively.
When you work with me, you’re investing in:
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Careful, detail-led editing
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Clarity and readability
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Consistency in tone, structure and formatting
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A considered approach that respects your voice
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Confidence in your final piece of work
Short Projects
For smaller pieces of work (under 1,500 words), I offer a minimum fee of £20.
These can often be scheduled more quickly between larger projects.
Payment
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Payment via bank transfer (BACS)
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50% deposit required for new clients and larger projects
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Remaining balance due on completion
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Payment terms: within 30 days
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Payment plans can be discussed
If you have any questions about pricing, I’d be very happy to chat
A Note on Pricing
Until I have seen your document, it is difficult to provide an exact cost.
Every piece of writing is different, and pricing reflects the level of input required — from light proofreading to more in-depth editorial work.
Where possible, I will always aim to provide a clear and fair quote that reflects both the scope of the work and the level of care required.