Last Updated on November 5, 2023 by coffeepo

What is the Best Profitable Online Jobs?

Throughout the pandemic, we saw how a lot of work shifted to the digital landscape. Thanks to the internet, work opportunities are no longer limited to physical spaces—workers now enjoy the freedom of choosing when and where they work.

If you’re one of the many people now looking into the vast array of online employment possibilities, you’ve come to the right place.

Here’s a list of the 28 most lucrative online jobs you can start NOW to earn from home, or anywhere in the world.

1. Product tester

Yes, you can get paid to receive a new product and review it! Product testers provide feedback on FREE test products from top brands before big big businesses introduce them to the market. In almost all cases, testers even get to keep the product they reviewed.

You can find opportunities on paid survey sites such as Vindale Research and Swagbucks Discover. Both platforms release payment through PayPal.

2. Online seller

Decluttr is a widely popular platform for reselling pre-loved items. Old CDs, Blu-Rays, DVDs and Playstation games amount to a minimum of 50 cents apiece. An old iPhone-4 gets quoted at $75, based on its age, features and condition.

Unlike eBay or other online marketplaces, however, payment is not upfront. You have to ship the item (at no cost to the buyer), then the buyer assesses the product to decide whether or not it’s as described. If the buyer proceeds with the sale, you’ll receive the payment the next day.

3. Blogger

A blogger is someone who writes regularly for an online journal or website, whether for a company or on their own. Blogging is a great way for writers to monetize their skills and promote their personal brand.

4 ways to make money from a blog

1. Advertising

You can profit from your blog by giving ad space to different brands on your page. You can use direct ads, pay-per-click ads, or pay-per-impression ads.

2. Affiliate Marketing

With affiliate marketing, bloggers get a commission every time one of their readers purchases products or services from affiliate sites. Brands will typically give bloggers a special discount code or tracking link—when a buyer uses these to complete a sale, the business pays the blogger for the referral.

3. Digital Products

You’re already writing regularly for your blog, and you can further monetize your writing skills by selling digital products, like eBooks, pre-recorded online classes, interactive online courses, and more.

The advantage of digital products is that they require no capital or connections—you can even start by compiling old blog posts into a longer e-book. Once you’ve demonstrated your expertise and authority in your niche, it won’t be difficult to find readers who would be willing to pay for valuable, in-depth content.

4. Services

If you’re a service-oriented professional (e.g. digital marketer, web developer), you can use your blog as a vehicle to sell your services. It’s a 1-2 punch – the blog acts as your marketing, introducing potential clients to your expertise.

But even if you’re not in a service-related niche, you can still make money by selling the skill you already have: blogging. You can write content for other blog sites that are relevant to your field.

4. Facebook ads manager

To be an effective Facebook ad manager, you need to understand the goals and objectives of the client. This allows you to create marketing strategies that result in even more audience engagement.

Thanks to the social media boom, many businesses are now realizing the importance of a strong Facebook presence – the result being that many are now in need of Facebook ad managers for their campaigns. Depending on the ad manager’s niche, they can charge anywhere from $450 to $1000 per campaign.

5. Transcriber

A transcriber is a professional who converts audio into a text format. Transcription services are typically in high demand in the medical and legal fields, but many other industries require them as well. You can find transcription opportunities on sites such as:

• Rev.com claims to have built the #1 speech-to-text service in the world. Expected pay ranges from $0.30 to $1.10 per audio minute, which they pay weekly via PayPal.
• GoTranscript accepts applicants from all over the world. Transcribers have a turnaround time of 6 hours for a 10-minute audio material, with an expected pay of $0.5 per audio minute. Like Rev, GoTranscript pays their transcribers weekly through PayPal or Payoneer.
• Speechpad is the go-to site for many experienced transcriptionists as they offer one of the highest maximum base rates at $2.50 per audio minute. However, they have more stringent qualifications for applicants.

6. Dropshipper

Dropshipping is a form of retail business where the seller does not stock up goods on sale themselves—instead, they sell goods from another supplier, who then fulfills the order and delivers it to the buyer. This way, sellers can collect profits without the need for manufacturing, inventory, or storage.

One of the more popular dropshipping platforms is Shopify. On this platform, sellers pay wholesale prices to suppliers and determine the retail price on their Shopify store.

7. Online personal trainer

Because of the pandemic, we saw a gradual shift from in-person training to online consultations. An online personal trainer who conducts one-on-one classes can earn $100 to $500 per month, per client. And you can take on as many as 30 clients a month!

8. Online beauty advisor

Online beauty advisors provide skincare solutions via real-time video chat. The average income for this job is in the $500-10,000 per month range, mostly earned through commissions or paid consultations.

9. Freelance writer

Freelance writers often sell their services to brands, journals, or other blogs. If you go down this path, you can have many different clients, or focus only on one large client with steady, ongoing work. Plus, you can do it from anywhere in the world as long, as you have a strong and stable internet connection!

Intermediate-level writers can earn $125-200 per article, while experts can demand $250 (or even higher).

10. Proofreader

A proofreader checks documents for spelling and grammar mistakes. As long as you can easily spot errors, fix formatting and syntax, and have excellent grammar and spelling skills, you can easily thrive in this line of work.

Depending on how fast they are, a freelance proofreader can earn $25-$50 per hour.

11. Textbook seller

Ever wonder what to do with your old (expensive) textbooks? BookScouter.com can match you with an interested buyer in 5 easy steps:

1. Create an account.
2. Type in the ISBN.
3. Check the selling and buying rates for books of similar condition.
4. Choose a vendor.
5. Wait for an update if the book is sold.

You automatically get paid as soon as the book is processed.

12. Social media manager

SMMs make sure that brands are visible across several different social media networks. They create and maintain brand promotions, marketing campaigns, and company profiles. SMMs also monitor social media analytics and respond to queries as the key representative of the company.

The pay for freelance social media managers ranges from $400-$10,000 per month, depending on how big the account is.

13. Consignor

Consignors offer quality used goods at a much lower price than market value. It’s a great way of recycling your own pre-loved items while earning on the side.

14. Data entry specialist

Data entry specialists take written information from a variety of sources (e.g. bills, reports, customer databases, checks, etc.) and enter it into a digital database for storage and analysis.

You don’t need extensive training or qualifications to land a data entry job, but keep in mind that pay is relatively low, at $1-15 per hour.

15. Subscription box creator

A subscription box is a curated package of products, often assembled with a theme or niche in mind. For example, there are subscription boxes for cheese, alcohol, razors, and even learning materials for children!

As a subscription box creator, your job is to curate, assemble, and ship these boxes to subscribers. However, you have to get a little creative to ensure that you offer additional value on top of the products themselves – like including personalized notes or creating themed packages.

You can assemble a subscription box for around $10, while charging $25 per order plus shipping. Of course, the cost of assembly (and, therefore, your profits) will vary depending on the niche you choose.

16. Virtual Assistant

Virtual assistants are in-demand right now because of the massive switch to digital that’s taking place. There are many different types of VAs, but they mostly fall under two categories:

• General VA: Oversees administrative and blogging tasks, email and social media management, scheduling, and email marketing
• Niche VAs: Offer more specialized skills, such as copyrighting, graphic design, store administration, and customer service

Virtual assistants can earn between $3 to $60+ per hour, depending on the amount and difficulty level of the work undertaken.

17. Graphic designer

Graphic designers create visual images for brands, usually in the form of social media graphics, banners, infographics, and more. As more and more advertisers, publishers, and brands realize the importance of quality visual design, the demand for skilled graphic designers is increasing quickly.

The average designer can demand $25 per hour of graphic design work, but more skilled designers can ask for higher pay or price on a per-image/project basis.

18. Niche website creator

A niche website creator covers a sub-segment of any market by focusing on its potential and projected trends. These niche websites are then sold or bought, with prices varying based on the website’s traffic, niche, and volatility.

You can buy and sell niche websites on Flippa, a platform that boasts low subscription rates and higher commissions than other website flipping marketplaces.

19. Website designer

A website designer creates layouts for websites. They are also responsible for designing the interface, navigation, and other elements of the site.

New website designers can earn between $20 to $24 per hour, but experienced designers can easily earn $75-200 an hour or more.

20. Social media influencer

A social media influencer is someone who has an established audience in a specific niche, such as beauty, travel, or tech. But these aren’t just “online celebrities”—they are people who can persuade an engaged following to respond to their recommendations, and as such, they’re valuable assets to other companies.

Influencers are often paid good money in exchange for social media posts promoting a brand. Alternatively, they may also earn commission through affiliate tie-ups with businesses.

Earnings range between $30,000 and $100,000 per year for the most successful influencers.

21. Amazon seller

Amazon is one of the biggest buy-and-sell platforms online. You can sign up as a third-party supplier to get access to Amazon’s wide customer base and marketing resources. You can also use the dropshipping method to sell on the platform.

Amazon sellers often earn $1,000 a month or more, depending on the products they sell.

22. Budgeter/bookkeeper

Virtual bookkeepers use online accounting software to ensure that their clients don’t go into the red.

Experienced bookkeepers who are hired on a contractual basis can make $30-$40 per hour.

23. Tutor

Online tutors educate and instruct students virtually. They can do one-on-one or group tutoring classes, typically on an online learning platform such as VIPKID or Cambly. For a full list of great online tutoring sites, check out this article.

Pay for these services range from $12 to $25 per hour, per student.

24. Online Course Creator

A course creator creates online educational materials to aid universities and other teaching professionals.

Course creators can earn from $1000 to $5000 per month, per course.

25. Photographer

Photographers can monetize their skills quite easily on the internet. Some photographers make money by selling advertising space on their online portfolio, while others sell stock photos for use on brand merchandise or other web pages.

If you choose the latter, expect to earn 35 to 45 cents per photo, each time it’s used.

26. YouTube channel creator

Producing your own YouTube channel can be a viable career, although it’s not a guaranteed income, and takes a lot of time and dedication to perfect.

Youtube channel creators earn from advertisements, selling products, or crowdfunding. Big channels can receive $18 for every 1,000 ad views.

27. Amazon eBook publisher

Many writers monetize their skills by writing and selling eBooks on Amazon, one of the largest online marketplaces for e-books.

Amazon eBook publishers can earn 70% royalties on books priced from $2.99 to $9.99, and 35% in royalties on books priced outside of that range.

28. Online teachers

Just like online tutors, online teachers conduct virtual one-on-one or group classes. It is crucial to have a stable internet connection while doing this line of work, as well as a variety of digital tools (like Doodly) to enhance distance learning.

The typical pay for an online teacher ranges from $12 to $25 per hour, or per class/student.

Final Thoughts

A lot of employment opportunities are available online for anyone willing to take advantage of the virtual world.

All you have to do is choose the position that fits your skill set best, apply to the right platforms, and watch the money roll in—just make sure you have a stable internet connection first!