Invoice template
Copywriter invoice template (free)
Writing invoices are clearest when priced per deliverable, with word counts and revision rounds spelled out.
Your Business Ltd
you@yourbusiness.com
you@yourbusiness.com
| Description | Qty | Price | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Website copy: 5 pages | 1 project | $950.00 | $950.00 |
| Blog articles (1,200 words) | 4 article | $180.00 | $720.00 |
Total due $1,670.00
Pay by card or bank transfer
How copywriters usually bill
Price per piece, per project or per word, and invoice on approval of the final draft, or monthly for retainers.
What to put on your invoice
- Your business name and contact details (and company number if you are a limited company)
- Your client's name and address, and their PO or project reference
- A unique invoice number, for example INV-OCT-001
- Issue date, due date and payment terms
- A clear description, quantity and price for each line
- Tax, only if you are registered, with the rate and amount
- How to pay: a card payment link and your bank details
Tips to get paid faster
- Name each deliverable exactly as it was briefed.
- Say when rights transfer, usually on payment.
- Put monthly content retainers on a recurring invoice.
Questions people ask
Should copywriters charge per word?
Per-piece or per-project pricing is common because it rewards expertise over word count, but per-word works for high-volume content.
When do rights transfer to the client?
Usually on full payment. Put that on your quote and invoice.
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