FAQs - Frequently asked questions about hiring a freelance writer through On the Mark Writing

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What are your rates?

  • We provide quotes on a per project basis, because each assignment has different requirements. This way you’ll receive the most cost effective price.
  • We calculate a cost for each project based on factors like: number of words, research required, SEO (search engine optimization), image locating, interviewing sources, formatting and editing, etc.
  • We offer free quotes for all projects and are happy to discuss the detail behind all quotes .
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Do I need to sign a contract?

  • Yes. Having a contract benefits both freelancers and clients.
  • You’ll know exactly what to expect, and we’ll know exactly what to provide.
  • You’ll know how much you’ll be charged and fully understand the terms of our working agreement.
  • If you or your company already has a contract for hiring freelancers, we’re happy discuss your terms and conditions. 
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Is a deposit required?

  • Yes, a 50% deposit is required for all projects.
  • This demonstrates that both parties are professional and committed to the work.
  • The balance is due upon acceptance of the finished project.
  • E-transfer or PayPal are acceptable methods of payment.
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What if i have edits for the final project?

  • Editing is a critical part of the writing process, so we provide one free round of edits.
  • If there are additional substantial edits requested beyond a first round or edits or due to a project changing course, changes are charged, as listed in the contract.
  • If your needs change or the scope of work changes after we’ve signed a contract, get in touch with and we’ll make amendments accordingly.
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Will you be subcontracting your work?

  • We are careful to take on only what we can handle so that we meet all clients’ deadlines and produce top-quality products.
  • If a project required more resources, we will speak with you about outsourcing writers and our plans for quality control of the work.
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What about plagiarism, copyright and AI?

  • Regarding AI, we let our clients chose if they’d like us to make use of any AI tools. 
  • We can edit and fact check AI material for you.
  • If you’d like only original material, then we’ll provide you with 100% original content.
  • As a client, you’ll own the full rights to the writing and or editing you purchase. You may publish it, change it, or resell it as you see fit. We may ask to feature the work that we do for our business marketing.