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For Commissioners

How It Works

1

Register

Create an account as an individual or for your gallery, museum, or arts organization.

2

Post a Commission

Describe your exhibition or project, specify word count, set the deadline, and upload supporting materials. Pricing is transparent: $1/word to the writer plus a platform fee (see below).

3

Writer Claims

A vetted writer in your region claims the commission. Commissioners do not choose writers. Artlance does not match writers to commissions. Writers choose and fulfill commissions with full independence.

4

Artlance Reviews, Writers Publish

Artlance editorial reviews, checks facts, and ensures the work meets Artlance's Standards of Engagement. Once work is approved, writers publish via their own websites or newsletters. Artlance verifies publication and releases payment.

What Commissioners Get

Vetted WritersArtlance only works with established and talented writers.
Guaranteed CoverageIf you commission it, a writer will write it (or your fees are refunded).
Standards of EngagementArtlance ensures writers engage with the commissioned subject matter.
Fast TurnaroundStandard two-week timeline from commission creation to publication.
Network AmplificationArtlance’s writer network shares pieces across platforms and audiences.
Transparent PricingWord count determines fee.

Pricing

Writer rate
$1.00/word
Platform fee
20% (under 1000 words) / 15% (1000+ words)
Example: 700-word review
$700 to writer + $140 fee = $840 total

Questions?

See our FAQ page, or contact editorial@artlance.co

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Ready to commission?

Register as Commissioner