Talented Part Time Freelance Writer - 12 Articles per Month - Looking to hire fast!

I need approximately 12 new articles per month so this is a part-time freelancing position. I will provide a template to follow, but some additional research may be required. Currently the articles I need will be beauty, kitchen and tech focused. I'm looking for someone to write in an informal manner.

TO APPLY:
-What is your rate in USD per 1,000 word article?
-What is your rate in USD per 600 word article?
-Please include 1 writing sample

TEST FIRST ARTICLE:
While I do need someone on a monthly basis, I would like to first try out 1 article only to see if we're a good match. If everything works out, then ALL of the articles will be assigned to you.

Monthly:
-6 long articles
-6 short articles

Skills Required
-Excellent Writing in English
-1 Writing Sample

Note: All pieces will be checked for plagiarism. The content must be 100% unique!