Article Compensation Policy
Standards, Rates, and Guidelines for Commissioned Scholarship
Covers the two production models for articles, rate structures for each, and the principles governing where a project lands within its range. Applies to all external contributors commissioned for original articles and essays.
Policy · Version 1.0Book-Length Compensation Policy
Rates, Structures, and Accountability for Commissioned Book Projects
Governs the four book-length project types: sharḥ, matn, critical translation, and monograph. Each type has its own payment structure, milestone schedule, and accountability framework.
Contributor Guidelines
Standards, Expectations, and the Pitching Process for Prospective Scholars
The primary external-facing document for scholars who wish to work with the Institute. Covers the Institute's disciplines, article and book-length project types, scholarly standards, production models, and how to pitch.
Template · Version 1.0Project Pitch Template
Submitted by Researcher or Writer for Director Review
The standard form for proposing a project to the Director. Applies to original articles, critical translations, and book-length studies. Pitches submitted without using this template will be returned without evaluation.
Editorial Pipeline Workflow
Stage-by-Stage Reference for the Director
Documents the seventeen-stage editorial pipeline from initial inquiry through publication. A working reference for the Director covering responsibilities, decision points, and handoffs at each stage.
Guide · Version 1.0Project Management Implementation Guide
Airtable, Google Drive, Zapier, and Zoom Configuration
Step-by-step setup and operational guide for the Institute's four-tool project management architecture. Covers field configuration, automation setup, and how the tools work together across the editorial pipeline.