What's the going rate for a white paper (in Canada)?

August 18, 2023 6:04 AM

How much do you typically pay to have a white paper written? How much do you charge to write a white paper?

I've been asked to provide a potential client a quote for a white paper on a specialized/technical subject. I'm a professional writer with some very specific expertise in writing about the subject of the white paper.

While I have written white papers before, it has been a few years. I'm just getting back into the freelance market. I think I've been setting my rates too low, so I'm trying to rethink them before delivering this quote and really underpricing myself.

Both the client (an agency) and I are in Canada. The client's client (manufacturer/service provider) are also in Canada.

I'm happy to price by word or by project. I've already done some work for the client at an hourly rate, so I don't think I can bump that up (although I probably should, and I suspect I will in the new year).

posted by anonymous to Work & Money (1 answer total)

You sure can bump the hourly, here’s how. Bid fixed price for the project. Estimate how many hours the project will take, add at least 25% to your hourly rate, then submit the bid for the paper.
posted by shock muppet at 8:13 AM on August 18, 2023