Here’s an overview of my basic Ts and Cs for corporate copywriting and training. Please feel free to discuss your specific requirements with me.
Corporate Copywriting
Rates & inclusions
The rate that I charge for a corporate copywriting job is based on the brief. Specifically, it incorporates elements such as deadline, volume, and job parameters.
I itemise admin and research time as a flat fee in most project quotations.
Quotes are valid for 14 days and include VAT. They include all professional services as listed in the quotation, as well as local travel (within 20km of my Sandton offices).
All quotations include one set of minor changes for correction to factual copywriting errors. On the other hand, substantial rewrites may incur a 50% charge.
Please request changes in writing within 14 days of the first draft, in order to qualify for free changes.
My process
I’m able to confirm a job and add it to my booking schedule once you’ve signed the cost estimate (CE) and reviewed my Ts and Cs. To confirm a job, I also require upfront payment of a 50% deposit.
I undertake not to discuss the content of research, articles or meetings with any third party, except as necessary to produce your corporate copywriting project. Even so, you’re welcome to request a signed non-disclosure agreement from me.
I will invoice for the 50% balance on delivery of copy, not on publication date, whether or not you use the work. Please be aware that I don’t accept ‘strike’ or ‘kill’ fees for my work.
My corporate copywriting and editing services don’t extend to design work. To clarify, this includes sourcing or supplying images, laying out text, or desktop publishing.
I provide all copy to clients in Microsoft Word format.
Payment methods
Please make payments via EFT, using the CE No or Invoice No on your quote or invoice. I’ll need to approve payments by cash or cheque deposit in writing, as they attract bank charges.
Copyright & usage
My copyright applies to all work until final payment is made. In addition, all copy is for one-time use and any further use may attract a usage fee.
Corporate Training
Rates & inclusions
Training quotes for full-day sessions usually include a 30-page handbook, a delegate pack, exercises, marking, the full day’s facilitation, and email support.
In most cases, quotes exclude pre- and post-training assessments and reporting, venue hire, equipment, catering, travel, transfers, and accommodation.
Quotes are valid for 14 days and include VAT. They include all professional services as listed in the quotation, as well as local travel (within 20km of my Sandton offices).
I offer discounts for large groups (10+). Please feel free to discuss these with me.
My process
My policy is to confirm a training job only once the cost estimate (CE) is signed and returned, with a proof of payment for the full amount.
I undertake not to discuss the content of your company’s writing samples with any third party, except as necessary to carry out the training. Even so, you’re welcome to request a signed non-disclosure agreement from me.
Training prep
Please discuss content customisation and certificates of completion with me, before confirming your training date.
To make the most of the various exercises I use in my training courses, I generally need a training room that can accommodate all delegates around a table, plus a place for me to sit, stand and write.
Please provide a flipchart or white board with 3 coloured markers. (I seldom use a projector.)
On-site training organisers, please indicate in advance whether the venue has a Wi-Fi network and whether I will be able to access it. Some of my demonstrations may require Internet access.
Payment methods
Let’s make time to discuss your organisation’s specific payment terms and vendor onboarding processes well in advance of training.
Kindly make all payments via EFT, using the CE No or Invoice No on your quote or invoice. I’ll need to approve payments by cash or cheque deposit in writing, as they attract bank charges.