Service Descriptions and Current Rates
• Quality freelance writing and editing services
Susan Schnelbach and C. Scott Wyatt offer a rare mix of writing services, from technical documentation to screenwriting.
Creative Services
• Writing, editing, and research services
Writing & Editing
| Service | Description | Rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consulting [write] |
Some clients wish to discuss a project, using us as writing consultants rather than handing tasks over to us. Writing is personal. | $ 75.00 | hour |
| Story Analysis and Report [write-rpt] |
Manuscript analysis and report is a detailed report on the general literary elements of a work, as well as mechanical issues. | 350.00 | to 50K words |
| Novel-length longer works, for each additional 10,000 words | 45.00 | 10K words | |
| Freelance Writing, Credited | |||
| Non-Fiction [write-nf] |
Non-fiction may be written based on research presented to us or we can conduct the research. ($500 minimum charge). Rates depend on publication circulation. | 0.75 – 2.00 |
word |
| Creative Writing [write-cw] |
Creative writing may be original-concept or assigned creative works. ($300 minimum charge). Rates depend on publication circulation. | 0.50 – 3.50 | word |
| Script Writing [write-dga] [write-wga] |
C. S. Wyatt is a member of the Dramatists Guild of America, adhering to contractual rate standards. | ||
| Web Content [write-web] |
Content refers to the text presented, not graphics nor the time required to design a Web page. Content matters. ($500 minimum charge) | 65.00 | hour |
| Confidential Consulting Writer, Uncredited (“Ghosting”) | |||
| Rates increase with length due to the increasing complexity of the tasks involved, formatting required, and time pressures. We do not negotiate lower rates. Rates reflect completed works, not work product. | |||
| Short Articles [write-csa] |
Confidential preparation of short articles for publication. ($500 minimum charge) | 35.00 – 70.00 |
hour |
| Scripts [write-dga] [write-wga] |
C. S. Wyatt is a member of the Dramatists Guild of America, adhering to contractual rate standards. | Union / Negotiated | |
| Short Works 10 - 30K words [write-csw] |
Short works are book chapter or professional journal-article length. ($500 deposit) | 35.00 – 70.00 | hour |
| Medium Works 30 - 50K words [write-cmw] |
Medium works are short book-length projects. ($1000 deposit, progressive payments) | 35.00 – 70.00 |
hour |
| Long Works [write-clw] |
Long works are book-length. We do not work on such projects without incremental payments and secured contracts. | Negotiated | |
| Editing and Rewriting | |||
| Light Editing [write-led] |
Basic grammar, spelling, and formatting. Very light edits, averaging 0 to 5 edits per page. | 2.00 – 5.00 | std page |
| Moderate Editing [write-med] |
Editing beyond basic grammar is required. Pages average 6 or more errors or more than 3 lines require rewriting on each page. | 10.00 | std page |
| Heavy Editing [write-hed] |
Extensive errors located, with rewriting of many sentences and paragraphs required. | 15.00 – 20.00 | std page |
| Hourly Editing [write-fed] |
We offer fixed hourly rates in rare cases, which are negotiated based on the type of materials to be edited and extent of editing. | 25.00 – 50.00 | hour |
| Rewrites [write-rew] |
Rewriting a work or creating a variation of a work is billed hourly. Rates are based on the type of work and eventual destination. (Article vs. Novel) | 50.00 – 150.00 |
hour |
Notes:
- “Standard page” refers to 250 words, a metric dating back to typewritten manuscripts.
- Research expenses for writing and creative projects are billed to the client.
- Research time is billed according to our consulting rates, unless otherwise negotiated.
- Printing charges apply for additional copies, at $0.10/page.
- Work begins after a contract is entered into and any required deposits are paid.
Desktop Publishing & Web Design
| Service | Description | Rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consulting [dtp] |
General technology consulting services, relating to software, hardware, and development | $ 75.00 | hour |
| Desktop Publishing | |||
| Basic DTP [dtp-bas] |
Basic single page desktop design | 40.00 | hour |
| Int. DTP [dtp-int] |
Intermediate designs | 60.00 | hour |
| Advanced DTP [dtp-adv] |
Advanced layout & design work, usually on longer projects or complex pages | 75.00 | hour |
| Image Editing / Design | |||
| Digital Photos [img-photo] |
Onsite digital photography | 40.00 | hour |
| Scanning [img-scan] |
Flatbed scanning with limited cropping and image adjustment, for 1–5 scans | 7.50 | scan |
| Additional scans | 2.50 | scan | |
| Image Editing [img-ed] |
Image creation, editing, or restoration. Pricing based on the complexity wanted or quality of the original. | 40.00 – 75.00 |
hour |
| Output | |||
| Laser, B&W [print-bw] |
Standard laser printer output | 0.10 | page |
| Laser, Color [print-color] |
Color laser printer output | 0.50 | page |
| Web Page Editing / Design | |||
| HTML [web-html] |
Basic D/X/HTML coding | 50.00 | hour |
| Scripting [web-script] |
Client-side or basic embedded scripts | 95.00 | hour |
| Content [write] |
See writing charges | by word or hourly | |
| CSS Design [web-css] |
Cascading Style Sheet design | 50.00 | file |
| Site Design [web] |
Design of an original site concept ($350.00 minimum charge) | 75.00 | hour |
| Site Updates [web-maint] |
Updates to existing pages or site without creating content | 40.00 | hour |
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Specialty Services
• Training, custom solutions, and more
Training Rates
We implement training after consulting with you to meet your specific needs. Our focused training avoids wasting time on topics and skills your employees will not utilize quickly on the job. Training begins only after a needs assessment based upon discussions with your company’s management teams and employees.
Seminars are not classes; they are short and intense presentations on topics requested by a client.
| Service | Description | Rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consulting [train] |
We assess your needs for training or specialized seminars. We also suggest any materials available or alternative training, such as local schools when appropriate. | $ 50.00 | hour |
| Standardized Class [train-std] |
Classes based primarily upon standard materials require less preparation and customization. MS Office, business English, and other courses we offer fall into this category. | 50.00 – 100.00 |
hour |
| Small Group Seminar or Specialized Training (2-3 people) [train-sem] |
Seminars meet special needs for our clients, beyond those of standardized classes. Because seminars are more interactive, the larger the group, the more demanding the seminar is of the trainer. Yes, we dare to call someone a “trainer” — not a coach or a facilitator.
If someone does not offer training, teaching, instruction, or whatever
you wish to call the experience, why pay for an afternoon of “expert”
advice? |
75.00 | hour |
| Training / Seminar (4-6 people) |
150.00 | hour | |
| Training / Seminar (7-9 people) |
175.00 | hour | |
| Large Seminar (10 or more people) |
225.00 | hour |
Notices & Disclaimers
Services are billed hourly and do not include the costs of any materials, supplies, or equipment rentals. We also charge for long-distance travel and related expenses.
