Digital Nomad
Jobs for Beginners
Transcriptionist
If you can type fast and have an “attentive” ear, then you can get paid for transcribing audio files.
Virtual Assistant
A virtual assistant performs various tasks such as data entry, scheduling meetings, managing social media, thus, helping a business owner to focus on the most important aspects of his or her business.
However, no virtual assistant position is the same ! Thus, try to find the one that best fits your skills and, above all, interests.
Pro Tip:
It is a plus if you are familiar with Microsoft Excel !
Search Engine Evaluator
As a search engine evaluator you get paid for improving the search results of Google based on their PDF guide.
However, Google itself does not directly hire for this position — a few companies are contracted by them, and there is a three–part qualification test you must pass.
Online English Teacher
An online English teacher's lessons are usually around 20 minutes to an hour and performed via video chat.
Many websites require their teachers to have a TEFL or TESOL certification.
Customer Service Representative
Customer service roles involve talking on the phone or instant messaging with customers.
Content Moderator
Many companies moderate reviews and posts from customers or community members. Thus, a content moderator reads through reviews and make sure they do not contain any information that goes against the company's guidelines.
Translator
If you speak more than one language fluently, then you can work from home as a translator. You will be asked to translate various documents, menus, books, articles, etc.
Proofreader
If you get annoyed whenever you see a typo or a grammatical mistake, then you would be a great proofreader !