No. Hourly rates incentivize both of us to cut corners, and make it difficult to deliver the best product. Every quote is value-based — you're paying for the value and ROI of the finished product, not the time I spend producing it.
Beyond just writing or editing, each project includes:
Every piece I write is extensively researched, optimized for search or sharing, and professionally written.
I do offer ghostwriting (pieces published under a byline other than my own), however there is a 10% surcharge on ghostwriting projects to account for the lost brand-building opportunity.
I write story-driven, top-ranking blog content for clients you've heard of.
Writing projects begin at $1 per word, varying based on project length, complexity, and turnaround time. I also require a minimum commitment of $2,500 / mo to get on my calendar.
I help select writers and publishers get the most out of their content.
Editing projects begin at $0.10 per word, varying based on project length, complexity, and turnaround time. I also require a minimum commitment of $800 / mo to get on my calendar.
Need a go-to you (or your content manager) can turn to for troubleshooting help, guidance, and expert insight as your content team scales up? I can help you navigate everything from finding, hiring, and onboarding top-notch freelance help to developing a seamless content production workflow.
Consulting partnerships begin at $2,500 for 10 hours /mo.
I also offer custom quotes for large projects — feel free to reach out!
Clients who choose to work with me do so because they believe in the return that high-quality, conversion-oriented content can provide. If your main focus is on keeping costs low, then you're in the wrong place. That said, I do offer multiple tiers for retainers and one-off projects to match your needs and budget, so please reach out and we can work together to find the right balance for you.
Truth be told, one-off jobs are terrible for productivity. Getting to know your business and your customers, and crafting ridiculously effective content, and delivering results takes time, so for most clients I'll recommend a retainer-based project. For retainers, you purchase a fixed set of deliverables each month, like three blog posts. Retainer quotes can vary dramatically based on what you're looking for, so it's best to reach out to me if you're interested in ongoing work.
Most blog content projects follow the same basic process:
You should never have to "follow up" on me. I try to keep all my clients informed with regular status reports via email every few days, and I'm happy to jump on a video call any time if you have questions about your project. I'm also more than happy to join your Slack team to make communication even easier.
Absolutely! I manage all my invoicing online through Bonsai, where you can pay by credit card, PayPal, or bank transfer. I can also provide a W9 on request.
Normally I require a 3-week lead time for new client projects. I typically have 1-2 new client openings each month, but those fill up quickly - the best way to secure my time is through a retainer. The sooner you get started, the better. If you need me RIGHT NOW, I'm happy to move you to the top of my priority list, but a 25% priority fee will be added to your invoice.
I don't bite. Just shoot me an email and we'll get you moving. I'm looking forward to hearing from you!
"Working with Kieran made me step back and think 'Oh, so THIS is what's it's like working with a total pro.' Kieran hit his deadlines, responded to edits quickly, and was hyper-organized. I look forward to working with him again!"
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