How Much to Charge For an Article
August 21, 2011 11:45 AM Subscribe
Need help figuring out a complicated "how much to charge for an article" situation.
I previously worked in Field A. I now work in Field B, but continue to write and speak on issues related to Field A. When I write, my work is often published in field-specific journals and similar publications. Often, I retain rights to my work after the initial publication.
A previous employer in Field A has approached me, and would like to be able to reproduce my articles to share with clients, etc., as a way of showing they are cutting edge and are connected to accomplished people, even if those people aren't on staff. Great - I'm interested in helping them out. Complication: I have no idea how to price the rights to my work. I can find a lot of info on pricing if I'm selling my articles to publications, but not when I want to sell them in this situation.
For the sake of disucssion, let's assume I can make $1.00 per word for my publications. What should I charge my old employer for the same work?
I previously worked in Field A. I now work in Field B, but continue to write and speak on issues related to Field A. When I write, my work is often published in field-specific journals and similar publications. Often, I retain rights to my work after the initial publication.
A previous employer in Field A has approached me, and would like to be able to reproduce my articles to share with clients, etc., as a way of showing they are cutting edge and are connected to accomplished people, even if those people aren't on staff. Great - I'm interested in helping them out. Complication: I have no idea how to price the rights to my work. I can find a lot of info on pricing if I'm selling my articles to publications, but not when I want to sell them in this situation.
For the sake of disucssion, let's assume I can make $1.00 per word for my publications. What should I charge my old employer for the same work?
Are they just providing a link on a website? Or are they wanting to print up hard copies and hand them out?
posted by Ideefixe at 2:49 PM on August 21, 2011
posted by Ideefixe at 2:49 PM on August 21, 2011
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posted by Jess the Mess at 11:49 AM on August 21, 2011