Freelance Writing Invoice Template
A freelance writing invoice template for articles billed per word or per piece, with titles, word counts and publication dates. Example amounts are illustrative — replace them with your own.
Also used as a writer invoice, article invoice, ghostwriting invoice, blog writing invoice.
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Invoice
| Invoice # | INV-001 |
| Issued | Oct 8, 2026 |
| Due | Oct 22, 2026 |
Billed to
| Description | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|
| Subtotal | $0.00 |
| Tax (0%) | $0.00 |
| Total due | $0.00 |
Notes
Payment due within 14 days. Thank you for your business!
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When to use this template
Use it for journalism, blog posts, ghostwriting and content retainers.
Fields to include
- Your business name, address and contact details
- Invoice number, issue date and due date
- Article titles with word counts
- Rate per word or per piece
- Publication or delivery date
Sample freelance writing invoice: what the lines look like
- Feature: 'Why small firms get paid late', 1,800 words1,800 × $0.40 = $720.00
- Blog posts, 1,000 words each4 × $220.00 = $880.00
- Interview transcription expenses1 × $36.00 = $36.00
- Example total before tax$1,636.00
Practical tips
- Invoice on delivery, not publication, unless you agreed otherwise.
- Quote the commissioning editor and any PO.
- Bill expenses you were told you could claim.
Frequently asked questions
Do I invoice on acceptance or on publication?
Push for payment on acceptance. Payment on publication can leave you waiting months for a piece that is finished.
How do I show a per-word rate?
Use the word count as the quantity and the rate per word as the price.
Can I reuse this freelance writing invoice for my next job?
Yes. Change the client, the line items and the invoice number and download again. With a free account you can save clients and invoices so you don't retype them.
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