All sectors / Sub-editing

We plan to present a compendium of rates for research, as a "cross-section" across all publishing and broadcasting sectors. In the meantime, you need to follow the links below to rates for each of the sectors in which journalists do research.

For advice, tips on negotiating, etc, follow the links to the relevant sector.

* See also: reported rates, to compare: Sub-editing / all sectors
* National newspapers / shifts
* Regional newspapers / shifts
* Magazines / all kinds of work
* Broadcasting / Programme support
* Online/digital media / Editing and Production
Find a freelance

Browse a selection of NUJ freelances with relevant skills through the Freelance Directory:

* Subeditor or editor
* Book editor
* Proofreader
* Electronic publishing/A>
More advice and links...
* Suggested schedule of cancellation fees for shifts
[www.londonfreelance.org]
* Code of practice for commissioning journalists
* Copyright guidelines for editors
* Confirmation of Commission forms
* Fees Guide contents page
* What you should know about copyright
* Rates for the Job good, bad and ugly
* Join the NUJ to get individual advice & representation
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Text © Mike Holderness & Andrew Wiard; Moral rights asserted. Comments to ffg@londonfreelance.org please. You may find the glossary helpful.

The National Union of Journalists must not, can not and would not wish to dictate rates or terms of engagement to members or to editors. The information presented here is for guidance and as an aid to equitable negotiation only.

Suggestions apply to contracts governed by UK law only. In any event, nothing here should be construed as legal advice.