3 Great Second Jobs for Freelancers

Finding a second job as a freelancer isn’t hard. The internet has made it easier than ever to find second jobs for freelancers.

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There are many second jobs for freelancers but we found 3 of our favorite possibilities and resources:

Freelance Writer

If that English or Journalism degree is just collecting dust on the shelf, and you want to start making money on the side with those skills, consider setting up a freelance writing practice on the side.

You may ask, “where do I find these opportunities?” Dive right in to freelance marketplaces like Constant Content, Freelancer, Elance, or Ghost Bloggers.

Freelance Tutor

Do you already teach, or do you have a knack for a specific subject area?

There are many opportunities to turn those skills into a second jobs as a freelancer. Children all over the country have troubles grasping basic classes in school and they need extra help. One of the best marketplaces to showcase what you have to offer and get your second jobs as a freelance tutor is Care.com.

They have a special Tutors section where you can post your profile and skill and get contacted for potential work.

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Freelance Graphic Designer

Have you been complemented lately on your artistic skills? If you have a talent for design, you can turn those skills towards a freelance graphic design practice.

It’s never been easier. You can start in just minutes on websites like 99Designs, where you compete by submitting your designs for certain projects your interested in. If your design is picked, you win the contract and get paid.

Starting a freelance practice through these marketplaces is simple. If you’re looking for a second job, these options leave you in complete control of your schedule and volume of work.

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