Freelance-friendly careers
Six hundred and eighty-seven careers with strong freelance and independent-work potential, careers with strong potential for freelance, contract and independent work, where the skill set transfers cleanly from a salaried context to one you run yourself. Each card below carries the typical preparation path, the salary range from entry to senior level, and a short read on what the work actually involves day to day. You are looking at page 8 of 14 for freelance-friendly careers.
687 careers in Freelance-friendly careers, page 8 of 14
Industrial Real Estate Broker
Bachelor's in Business, Finance, or Real Estate; SIOR designation highly valued · $105,000
Specializes in the sale and lease of industrial properties including warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing…
Industry Consultant
Master's Degree · $130,000
Advises organizations on strategic planning, operational efficiency, and problem-solving within a specific industry.…
Influencer / Professional Content Creator (Self-Employed)
No formal requirement · $68,000
Builds and monetizes a personal brand across social platforms through sponsored content, brand partnerships,…
Information Architect
Bachelor's degree (Library Science/HCI/Design) · $110,000
Organizes and structures information within digital products and websites, designing navigation systems, taxonomies,…
Information Security Analysts
Bachelor's Degree · $124,910
Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess…
Information Security Engineers
Bachelor's Degree · $140,910
Develop and oversee the implementation of information security procedures and policies. Build, maintain and upgrade…
Information Technology Project Managers
Bachelor's Degree · $140,910
Plan, initiate, and manage information technology (IT) projects. Lead and guide the work of technical staff. Serve as…
Instructional Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Design and develop engaging, effective, and accessible learning content including e-learning modules, instructor-led…
Insurance Agent
High school diploma; Bachelor's preferred · $55,000
Sells and services insurance policies for individuals and businesses, assessing client needs, explaining coverage…
Interaction Designer
Bachelor's Degree or Design Certification · $105,000
Designs interactive experiences and user flows for digital products. Focuses on how users interact with interfaces and…
Interactive Content Designer (Quizzes / Calculators / AR)
Bachelor's in Design, Marketing, or Computer Science; UX/UI skills valued · $85,000
Designs and builds interactive content experiences including quizzes, assessments, calculators, interactive…
Interim CEO / Turnaround CEO
Bachelor's degree (MBA common; extensive CEO experience required) · $350,000
Serves as a temporary CEO brought in to stabilize, restructure, or turn around a struggling organization, making rapid…
Interior Designers
Bachelor's Degree · $63,490
Plan, design, and furnish the internal space of rooms or buildings. Design interior environments or create physical…
Interpreters and Translators
Bachelor's Degree · $59,440
Interpret oral or sign language, or translate written text from one language into another.
Investment Banking Managing Director
Bachelor's degree (MBA from top school common) · $500,000
Leads deal teams and client relationships at an investment bank, overseeing M&A advisory, capital raising, and…
iOS Developer (Senior / Lead)
Bachelor's degree · $135,000
Develops native iOS applications using Swift and SwiftUI, handling architecture, performance optimization, App Store…
Irrigation Specialist
High School Diploma · $55,000
Designs, installs, maintains, and repairs irrigation systems for agricultural, commercial, and residential landscapes…
Irrigation Technician
Certificate or Vocational Training · $56,550
Install, maintain, and repair agricultural and landscape irrigation systems, including plumbing and sprinkler…
Jeweler
High School Diploma · $49,140 per year
Jewelers and precious stone and metal workers design, construct, adjust, repair, appraise, and sell jewelry and related…
Jeweler and Precious Stone and Metal Worker
High School Diploma · $49,140
Designs, fabricates, adjusts, repairs, or appraises jewelry, gold, silver, other precious metals, or gems.
Jewelry Designer
Bachelor's degree (Jewelry Design/Metalsmithing) or Apprenticeship · $60,000
Designs jewelry pieces and collections including rings, necklaces, earrings, and watches, combining artistic vision…
Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates
Doctoral Degree · $156,210
Arbitrate, advise, adjudicate, or administer justice in a court of law. May sentence defendant in criminal cases…
Judicial Law Clerks
Doctoral Degree · $60,400
Assist judges in court or by conducting research or preparing legal documents.
Junior Node.js Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
Develops and maintains server-side applications, APIs, and databases using Node.js and related frameworks.
Junior PHP Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $78,000
Develops and maintains server-side logic, databases, and APIs for web applications using PHP and related technologies.…
Junior Rails Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
Develop and maintain web applications using Ruby on Rails framework. Collaborate with senior developers to implement…
Junior UX/UI Designer
Bachelor's Degree or Design Certification · $85,000
Creates user interfaces and user experiences for digital products under mentorship. Designs wireframes, mockups, and…
Junior Web Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Develops and maintains websites and web applications, collaborating with design and backend teams to implement user…
LAMP Stack Developer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $105,000
Develops web applications using Linux, Apache, MySQL, and PHP; maintains legacy and modern PHP applications.
Landscape Designer
Bachelor's degree (Landscape Design/Horticulture) or Associate's + experience · $62,000
Designs outdoor spaces including gardens, parks, plazas, and residential landscapes, creating planting plans, hardscape…
Landscaper
High School Diploma · $45,000
Designs, installs, and maintains outdoor spaces, enhancing aesthetic appeal and functionality for clients.
Law Firm Managing Partner
Juris Doctor (JD) · $633,000
Leads a law firm as managing partner, overseeing firm strategy, partner relations, client development, financial…
Lawyers
Doctoral Degree · $151,160
Represent clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents, or manage or…
Layout Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $68,000
Arranges visual elements on a page or screen to create an aesthetically pleasing and functional design for print,…
Lean / Six Sigma Engineer
Bachelor's degree (Engineering/Business; Six Sigma Black Belt certification) · $95,000
Applies Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate waste, reduce variation, and improve processes across…
LEED Accredited Professional
Bachelor's Degree · $95,000
Lead the LEED certification process for commercial, residential, and institutional building projects by advising design…
Legal Consultant
Juris Doctor (J.D.) · $130,000
Provides expert legal advice and strategic guidance to clients on various legal matters, often specializing in specific…
Lifeguard
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $36,000
Ensure the safety of swimmers and patrons by monitoring aquatic environments, preventing injuries, administering first…
Lighting Designer
Bachelor's degree (Lighting Design/Architecture/Theatre) · $80,000
Designs lighting systems for architectural, theatrical, retail, hospitality, and residential spaces, combining…
Lighting Technicians
Associate's Degree · $60,560
Set up, maintain, and dismantle light fixtures, lighting control devices, and the associated lighting electrical and…
Listing Agent / Seller's Agent
Real estate license required; Bachelor's in Marketing or Business preferred · $72,000
Represents property sellers by pricing homes competitively, marketing listings through multiple channels, managing open…
Litigation Specialist
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or a related field; certifications are highly valued. · $75,000
Manage complex data, documents, and technology for legal cases, supporting legal teams through logistics coordination,…
Livestream Producer / Live Commerce Host
No formal requirement (performance-based) · $55,000
Produces and hosts live streaming content for brands on platforms like TikTok Live, Instagram Live, YouTube Live, and…
LLM Engineer / Prompt Engineer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $155,000
Specializes in large language models; develops applications using LLMs and optimizes prompts.
Long-Form Content Writer / Blog Strategist
Bachelor's in English, Journalism, Marketing, or Communications · $68,000
Creates in-depth, SEO-optimized long-form content including blog posts, pillar pages, whitepapers, and e-books that…
Look Development Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Define the overall aesthetic and visual style of characters, environments, and props in animated films, video games, or…
Low Voltage Technician
High School Diploma or Equivalent; Postsecondary non-degree award or Associate's degree often preferred · $55,000
Installs, maintains, and repairs low-voltage electronic systems such as security alarms, telecommunications,…
Luxury Real Estate Agent
Real estate license; Bachelor's degree preferred; luxury certifications (CLHMS, Institute for Luxury Home Marketing) · $125,000
Specializes in high-end residential properties, serving ultra-high-net-worth clients with discretion, providing…
Maintenance and Repair Worker, General
High School Diploma · $45,000
Maintain and repair machines, mechanical equipment, and buildings. Perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled…
Management Consultant
Bachelor's in Business, Economics, or related field; MBA strongly preferred · $105,000
Advises organizations on strategy, operations, and organizational challenges, delivering data-driven recommendations to…