Free Copy Editor Invoice Template

Create a clear copy editor invoice with itemized services, supplies and agreed charges.

Invoice

Description	Qty	Rate	Amount
Manuscript copy editing (per word)	25000	$0.025	$625
Style sheet preparation	1	$120	$120
Final proofreading pass	1	$200	$200

Total $945

Sample invoice — replace service details and prices. Payment terms: as agreed with the customer. Thank you for your business!

Record word count and editing level.
State how many review passes are included.
Confirm payment terms with your customer and replace the sample prices before billing.
Identify the manuscript version and agreed word count or hourly basis.
Separate proofreading, substantive editing and approved extra passes; keep manuscript content out of billing notes.

Before you send · final checks

Replace all sample names, addresses, prices and policy wording with your actual agreed details.
Use a unique invoice number and include the service dates, issue date and a specific payment due date.
Confirm the customer's billing name, accounts-payable contact and any purchase order required for approval.
Include your accepted payment method and payment reference in notes; never include card details or passwords.
Check quantities, rates and the total before sending. Only apply tax you are required to collect; check local rules if unsure.
If a deposit was paid, reconcile it with the balance before sending. A note alone does not reduce Paidly's invoice total.