Writer Jobs FAQS

Q1. How much will I get paid as a freelance writer?

You will be paid on a per-piece basis. Fees can range from between £100 to well over £1,000 - please click here for a full list of our current payment levels. (back to top)

Q2. What are the aims of Academic Knowledge?

In respect of the work we do for students, primarily our aims are to facilitate learning and education through the use of modern technology, whilst simultaneously providing a high-yield income to academics. Secondarily, our aims are to break down the negative stereotypes attached to academic research and writing companies. In respect of the work we do for other customers, our aims are to provide a research service that is efficient, high quality and affordable. If you have concerns about how ethical our service is, please click here. (back to top)

Q3. What sort of work will you offer me?

We will offer you anything that can be undertaken by utilising your academic skills. There is a great variety of work to choose from - for example, research and writing, editing, proofreading and marking. To read more about the sort of work we offer, take a look at our pages on being a freelance writer, reasons to join us and our general 'About us' page. (back to top)

Q4. How do I apply?

Apply online to be a freelance writer today - simply fill in our application form. (back to top)

Q5. If I am accepted, how long does it take to get on your books and get work?

From the date that you send in your CV, the usual turnaround is one week. We do need to check your ID and qualifications, and so it is worth preparing scans of these documents in case you are accepted. This will speed up the process (back to top)

Q6. Do I have to take on the work you offer me?

No - there is never any obligation to carry out any of our work. You can pick and choose assignments as you wish. (back to top)

Q7. Will you offer me work outside my academic area of expertise?

No, not ordinarily; however, we will sometimes offer you general interest academic research. Again, there is no obligation to take this work. (back to top)

Q8. What is my employment status if I join you?

You will be classified as a freelance researcher. Because all work is carried out at your discretion, you are not an employee. If you decide to take on a piece of work from us then you should call the Inland Revenue to register as self employed. For more about tax and national insurance for freelance writers, click here. (back to top)

Q9. Who owns the work I produce?

All work produced for us becomes our sole copyright. This copyright will however never be sold to the end recipient, and should your work be published we will give you full credit as the researcher/writer if you wish. (back to top)

Q10. How do I receive details of work that is available?

Details of freelance writing projects are sent via email to your email address. For shorter notice work you may receive a phone call. Should you be interested in the work, simply reply stating your interest. We will then assign the project to the most eligible freelance researcher who has come forward. (back to top)

Q11. Who uses your work?

Everyone and anyone, from lecturers and tutors to our other researchers, A-level students, undergraduates, members of the general public, companies, professionals and other research bodies. For more details on who our customers are, see the 'About Us' page. (back to top)

Q12. How do I know that I've been chosen for a project?

Keep checking your mail for a confirmation mail for approximately 72 hours after. Most assignments can be completed in five days, but we let you know when the customer needs the project to be completed by when we send the details of available briefs. (back to top)

Q13. How do I submit my completed work?

You submit all work via our online system. (back to top)

Q14. How often do I get work?

There is no hard and fast rule - it depends on the time of year, the subject and whether your work is impressive enough to warrant further assignments. Your first piece of work is often crucial. If we don't like what we see then we're unlikely to offer you a piece again. (back to top)

Q15. How do I get paid?

You simply invoice us for all work that you have completed in the month. The invoicing month runs from the 16th to the 15th inclusive. Payment is then by bank transfer or Paypal at the end of the calendar month (as you wish). (back to top)

Q16. What quality do you expect?

As a company trading internationally with an impressive client list, we expect the best from you. For our degree standard service, all research should be equivalent to a 2:1 or 1st-class standard (as the customer chooses) and should be fully referenced. We expect fully custom written research with no plagiarism. We scan every single piece of work that we receive with our custom-built plagiarism scanners. (back to top)

Q17. What if a customer doesn't like my work?

There should never be a need for the customer to request an amendment to your work, as all the information you need to carry out the work to our high standards will be in the research brief. On the occasion that there are amendments we will notify you via email within eight days of the deadline date for the brief, so you must make sure you are available for this period of time. If the amendments relate to requirements of the customer's original order, they are mandatory and must be completed within 24 hours of them being sent to you (excluding Sunday). If the customer asks for things they did not request in the original order, you will be given the opportunity to quote a fee for the work. (back to top)

Q18. What if my work is late?

We offer our customers a completion-on-time guarantee, which means that they get a full refund if their work is late. Accordingly, if you think for any reason you might need some additional time, you need to contact us well in advance of the deadline. We can then try and arrange an extension with the customer. (back to top)

Q19. Can I rely on work from you for a primary source of income?

We would not recommend this. It is always best to see how much work you receive and how much you like the work before doing so. Some of our researchers do work for us full time; however, they are usually those who have established themselves with us for a long time and who we will always gladly delegate work to. They often earn in excess of £750 per week. (back to top)

Q20. Is your service legal?

Some people have questioned whether the help we provide to students is legal. The answer to this is yes - we help both individuals and companies with copyrighted research on anything they like. If they then pass it off as their own - for example, by publishing it or placing it on a website - then that is certainly illegal, and we have and will continue to take action to protect our copyright. If you have concerns about ethics, please click here. (back to top)

Q21. How do I know students/companies don't hand in/pass off research work as their own?

Our sales team has strict policies to ensure that anyone suspected of carrying out such a practice is blacklisted and will not be sold research by the company, ensuring that your, and our, integrity is maintained. All work is provided to help clients and actually increase their understanding of a topic area. Of course, we can't say that it never happens; unfortunately, as with anything that can be useful, it is open to potential misuse, and we take the same risks that a publisher of a book or a provider of a website for academic information might do. For more information on ethics, please click here. (back to top)

Q22. What steps can I take to get more work with you?

Every researcher starts off as a D level writer. This means they can only take on low standard simple projects (such as 2.2 undergraduate model answers). There is less level D work than higher level work. So to get more work:

When you have been accepted, send us a message via the message system to request raising your level, providing you can supply us with evidence of your qualifications (or asking to be considered for level B if you have high level/professional qualifications and/or experience) Complete a couple of low level projects to a higher standard and ask for these to be reviewed. Do a great job and you will get noticed! (back to top)

Q23. Can I do work on holiday or when I'm out of the country?

As long as you have access to your email account and the facilities to research, this is no problem. (back to top)

Q.24. Can I ask friends to apply to work for you?

Yes, we are constantly recruiting. Simply tell them to fill in our application form. (back to top)

Q.25. I have a question that is not answered here - who is the best person to ask?

Email Jilly from the 'Contact Us' page, or call us now on 0115 966 7951. (back to top)

To apply now, simply fill in our application form.
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