{"id":1382,"date":"2023-01-26T16:00:24","date_gmt":"2023-01-26T16:00:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.hustledirectory.com\/?p=1382"},"modified":"2023-05-06T04:34:01","modified_gmt":"2023-05-06T04:34:01","slug":"digital-nomad-jobs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.blog.hustledirectory.com\/digital-nomad-jobs","title":{"rendered":"The 35 Best Digital Nomad Jobs in 2022 (Work From Anywhere!)"},"content":{"rendered":"

A few decades ago, saying you want to be able to work online from a beach in Thailand would have gotten you laughed at. In 2022, it’s a reality for many people. The only thing that separates those who are able to pull it off from those who are stuck at home with their vision board, is that the doers have found a way to secure one of the many digital nomad jobs that allow that sort of freedom. <\/span><\/p>\n

Many of us grew up in households where our parents would work 40 hours a week, 50 weeks per year, in order to escape to Mexico for a measly 2 weeks. If you were lucky.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Now that many employers are allowing their employees to work remotely, many of us are asking the question \u2014 why don’t I just go work from Mexico instead?<\/em><\/p>\n

After all, many North American cities are cold, expensive, and let’s face it \u2014 unless you live in a big city \u2014 a bit boring.\u00a0
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If you can advance your career while earning dollars and spending in pesos, why not? That form of currency arbitrage can be extremely powerful in building your net worth and can provide you with a higher quality of life in the process.<\/p>\n

But okay, I won’t sell you on it anymore. Instead, let’s get right into what these illustrious digital nomad jobs<\/em> are, where you can find them, and what you should be looking for.<\/p>\n

Remote Jobs Vs Digital Nomad Jobs<\/h2>\n

The difference between a remote job and a digital nomad job is that a remote job requires you to stay in a fixed location, whereas the latter allows you to travel. Many employers are fine with offering fully remote positions, as long as they know you’re sitting at home. Once you start talking about hopping on a flight to Playa Del Carmen, they get a bit uncomfortable.<\/p>\n

In reality, you can usually do the exact same job, and produce the same results regardless of where you are. In most cases, all you need is your laptop, a quiet workstation, and a solid internet connection.<\/p>\n

Some jobs will require you to work a certain schedule (e.g. 9-5pm EST) while others are completely asynchronous<\/em><\/strong>, and nobody cares what your hours are as long as you get your work done. This is the most desired type of schedule among nomads, but it’s also the least common.<\/span><\/p>\n

Where To Look For Digital Nomad Jobs<\/span><\/h2>\n

Now that we understand the basics, let’s talk about how to find digital nomad jobs online.<\/p>\n

While you probably won’t find many jobs for digital nomads by knocking on doors or checking out your local job boards, they do exist. You just need to know where to look.<\/p>\n

If you’re looking for a full-time job as an employee, you’ll want to check out sites like DynamiteJobs<\/span><\/u><\/a>,\u00a0<\/span>RemoteOk<\/span><\/u><\/a>, and\u00a0<\/span>WorkingNomads<\/span><\/u><\/a>. These are some of the top remote job boards, but there are plenty of others.<\/p>\n

If you want more ideas, check out our directory of remote job boards<\/a>. We’ve already scoured the internet for a bunch of websites, so you don’t have to.<\/p>\n

If you prefer the idea of being a freelancer, the best platforms to start are typically Fiverr<\/span><\/u><\/a>,\u00a0<\/span>Freelancer<\/span><\/u><\/a>, <\/span>and\u00a0<\/span>Upwork<\/span><\/u><\/a>. But, again, that’s just scratching the surface of what’s out there. You can always find your own clients and serve them outside of a platform (thereby also cutting out their ~20% fee).<\/p>\n

But, now that we have an idea of where to start… what exactly are we looking for?<\/p>\n

Choosing The Right Line Of Work For You<\/span><\/h2>\n

In general, there are three types of digital nomad jobs that you can find online. These are traditional online jobs (i.e. being an employee), freelancing (i.e. being self-employed), and online businesses (i.e. being a business owner). There’s also investing, but there’s no way we’re going to try to cover that in this article.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Many of the most common digital nomad jobs come from sectors that are largely online, such as programming, digital marketing, or graphic design. But, there are a lot of other options that you can check out if you don’t understand Facebook ads or have a software engineering degree in your back pocket.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Freelancing jobs are literally anything you want them to be. There’s no digital nomad jobs list that can cover all of the options because there are simply too many of them. Any time you can help a business or individual with a problem they’re facing, and create value, you can charge them for your help. This could be technical help like SEO or web design, or it could be built off soft skills like coaching them on how to live a happier, healthier life.<\/p>\n

Starting a business is the most ambiguous of the three options. Freelancers typically don’t have to invest much in getting started, whereas a business owner needs to invest in systems and processes. Again, a business can be anything that you can get paid for, so don’t expect us to cover all of the possibilities here.<\/p>\n

If you want a more exhaustive list of digital nomad jobs you can always check out our Hustle directory<\/a> and filter for “Freelancing”, “Remote Employment”, or “Business Building”.<\/p>\n

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Traditional Online Jobs<\/span><\/h2>\n

If you want to be an employee, receive a steady paycheque, and have a corporate ladder that you can work your way up, this is probably the option you’re looking for. It comes with the least flexibility, but it offers the most certainty. Here are some of the most common job titles that hire for remote positions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Executive Assistant<\/span><\/h3>\n

An online executive assistant (EA) helps senior executives run their company. This person performs a variety of tasks like emailing clients, assembling reports, managing projects, or whatever else their boss needs help with. This is a job best suited for someone organized, proactive, and with great communication skills.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Project Manager<\/span><\/h3>\n

A project manager<\/a> takes the lead in keeping organizational projects on track. If the company needs a project done by X date, it’s your job to make sure the team gets it done on time. <\/span>Most of these tasks can be accomplished at home which is why this role is suited for remote work. This year, it\u2019s one of the\u00a0<\/span>most in-demand digital nomad jobs<\/span><\/u><\/a> as companies try to keep up with project deadlines that have been affected by the never-ending pandemic.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Accountant<\/span><\/h3>\n

Remote accountants<\/a> provide the same services as regular accountants, just from their home offices. Accounts receivable, account payable, end-of-year filings… it’s the same stuff, really. You’ll probably need your country’s professional certification (e.g. CPA) unless you just want to be a bookkeeper<\/a> (which we cover below).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Product Manager\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Product managers take charge of overseeing production teams, analyze product trends, and assess consumer needs. When you get rid of all the jargon, they’re basically a project manager for a product, which is ongoing by nature.\u00a0 They also take the lead in introducing new products to the public through launch efforts. <\/span><\/p>\n

There’s often no need for product managers to be working in person, as long as they can still be effective from home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Software Developer<\/span><\/h3>\n

Software development is, and likely always will be, one of the top digital nomad jobs. Software developers<\/a> are in huge demand since software powers nearly everything we do these days. <\/span><\/p>\n

If you’re a solid developer and have any ability to communicate at all, you’ll likely never run out of remote jobs you’re qualified for. You’ll work on developing apps and technology using your expertise in front-end, back-end, or both.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Video Editor<\/span><\/h3>\n

With so much digital media being based on video these days, there’s a large demand for skilled video editors. Whether you’re working on TikToks, Youtube videos<\/a>, music videos<\/a>, or whatever else, there’s no shortage of videos that need editing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You don’t need a degree either, since your portfolio will speak for itself.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Social Media Manager<\/span><\/h3>\n

Many companies employ a social media manager<\/a> since having a positive online presence can lead to them getting more clients. You can also look for jobs at marketing agencies, who will then assign you to multiple clients at the same time. Your primary tasks will include developing growth strategies, creating & posting content, engaging with followers, and presenting metrics.<\/span><\/p>\n

It’s not very complicated work, to be honest, but it will definitely help if you’re familiar with social media platforms.<\/p>\n

Community Manager<\/span><\/h3>\n

If you\u2019ve got a great personality that translates well online, then community management<\/a> might be the job you’ve been looking for. Many businesses have online communities (Facebook groups, Slack channels, Discords, etc.) and need moderators to ensure that people abide by the rules. As a community manager, you’ll need to engage with users<\/a> while taking on the organization or brand’s voice, and ensure that users are being respectful both with the rules and with each other.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Media Buyer<\/span><\/h3>\n

Media buying is what I (Zennen, the author) personally did as one of my first digital nomad jobs. A media buyer<\/a> manages the online ads for clients, buying ad placements and optimizing for the outcomes they desire. You’ll likely be working with a platform like Google or Facebook Ads, and will work to get your clients the most sales\/leads\/outcomes they can get for the lowest amount of spend. <\/span><\/p>\n

It’s a pretty good gig, overall. It’s not necessary to have a degree, although it certainly adds credibility if you do. There are a lot of online courses that you can do to get started, though the real learning will begin once you get your hands dirty.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Digital Marketer<\/span><\/h3>\n

‘Digital marketer’ is an umbrella term for someone who takes on multiple aspects of digital marketing for a company or an agency. Quite likely, you’ll be working as a generalist on whatever the organization needs. You might be working on paid advertising, content marketing, SEO, or whatever other projects the company is taking on. The important part is to stay flexible, enthusiastic, and to always look for ways to help your employer’s busines grow.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Call Center Representative<\/span><\/h3>\n

Working in a call center is one of the most suitable digital nomad jobs for beginners because it relies on customer service<\/a> experience that most people have from their in-person careers. As a call center rep, you\u2019ll be working remotely from home on a variety of client accounts. <\/span><\/p>\n

You\u2019ll help customers over the phone, through chat, by email, or through whatever other system your employer is using.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

UX Designer<\/span><\/h3>\n

User experience (UX) designers are hired in-house by companies to create digital products that are usable and meaningful for consumers. They work on the entire process of product design to ensure that the user enjoys the experience of using it, and attains the outcome that both they and the company want them to aquire.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The demand for remote UX designers is set to <\/span>continue to increase in the coming years since more and more digital products are being developed each year. <\/span>Google<\/span><\/u><\/a> has even included UX design in its ranking algorithm, making it a factor businesses will need to consider if they want to get the most business they can out of Google.<\/span><\/p>\n

Web Developer<\/span><\/h3>\n

Nearly every business has a website these days, which is precisely why web developers<\/a> are in such high demand. A web developer will build websites and web applications for clients, and will continue to improve them as they require more features. It’s a technical digital nomad job so you’ll need to know how to code, but if you get the hang of it, you’ll likely never be short of work again.<\/p>\n

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Freelancing Jobs<\/span><\/h2>\n

Freelancers are those who work for themselves and are not tied down to a company. They are paid on a project or contractual basis. If you’re looking for digital nomad jobs with no experience, freelancing gigs can be a great place to start since the primary focus is on creating value. The goal is to make your clients’ lives easier, whatever that may mean.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

To give you some inspiration, here are some of the best freelancing digital nomad jobs for 2022.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Virtual Assistant<\/span><\/h3>\n

Virtual assistants<\/a> (VAs) help small businesses and entrepreneurs with tasks remotely. This is often the first position an entrepreneur will hire as they’re looking to grow their business. <\/span>Depending on their skill set, a VA may be tasked with content generation, customer service, social media, project management, or whatever else is needed.<\/p>\n

Copywriter<\/span><\/h3>\n

Copywriters<\/a> are marketers that specialize in writing words that compel people to take certain actions. Whether you’re trying to sell products, generate leads, or just get people to continue reading your writing, you’ll need copy that convinces them to take a certain action. Copywriters write content for sales pages, product descriptions, ads, emails, and anything else that people will see. A good copywriter is worth their weight in gold.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Content Writer<\/span><\/h3>\n

Content writers<\/a> produce written content that can be used for a variety of purposes like blog posts, video scripts, web pages, email newsletters, and more. The content doesn’t need to be optimized for SEO, but many clients will prefer that it is. <\/span>If you want to become a digital nomad, this can be one of the easiest ways to get started.<\/span><\/p>\n