Setting Your Rates & Availability

Setting Your Rates & Availability

Price your services competitively and manage when you're available for work.

Researching Market Rates

• Consider your experience level
• Research what others in your category charge
• Factor in your location and travel requirements
• Consider the type of work (editorial vs. commercial)

Rate Types

• Hourly - Good for shorter jobs
• Half-day - 4-hour blocks
• Full-day - 8-hour standard work day
• Project-based - Fixed price for entire project

Setting Your Rates

1. Go to Profile > Rates
2. Enter your rates for each time period
3. Specify any additional fees (travel, rush, etc.)
4. Indicate if rates are negotiable

Managing Availability

1. Go to Profile > Availability
2. Set your regular available days
3. Block off specific dates when unavailable
4. Update regularly to reflect your schedule