I've been writing YouTube Short scripts for a large channel, with subscribers and views both in the millions, for a few months now. I have 3 years of writing experience, but no experience with this form of writing prior to this gig. I charge $50 per script. The bulk of them are fictional, so they require some effort on my part aside from just writing (brainstorming, editing, etc). I am also often asked to do revisions. 

How much would you charge for these scripts, plus revisions? 

I personally believe that's what a portfolio is for. But why does it seem like companies are trending towards free labor now?

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