I think it\u2019s fair to say not everyone sets out to work from home. And yet with the UK still under lockdown, remote working is the \u2018new normal\u2019 for many office workers. Maybe you\u2019ve considered a work-from-home job yourself, only to be disappointed by a slew of vague (and occasionally dodgy) online opportunities.<\/p>\n
Rest assured, there are<\/em> legitimate work-from-home jobs out there. Whether you\u2019re looking for a side hustle or hoping to kickstart your home-working career, here are some ideas of what\u2019s out there.<\/p>\n Note: <\/strong>When looking for remote work, be wary of anything that boasts \u2018up to\u2019 a certain salary\u2026 these earnings are usually prospective and subject to what work is available.<\/p>\n If you can touch-type and don\u2019t mind proofreading your own work, you could be great at producing transcripts or video captions. Transcription tends to pay according to the length of the recording and sometimes how many speakers are involved. This means you\u2019ll be remunerated a set rate no matter how much time you spend working on it, so it really does pay to be both speedy and accurate.<\/p>\n Remote transcription work is typically done on a freelance basis. You might be expected to pick up work from a \u2018pool\u2019 of assignments, while some companies ask you to commit to a certain number of shifts a week. I really like Rev<\/a> for their flexibility \u2013 you can work full-time if there\u2019s enough work available, but there are no penalties for taking a week off. Win-win!<\/p>\n Private online tutoring is a popular job amongst students, owing to its geographical flexibility and the ability to choose your own hours. And like transcriptionists, online tutors can pick up valuable skills for their CV \u2013 communication and empathy, to name a few.<\/p>\n Tutoring, as opposed to teaching, doesn\u2019t require a standard qualification. A degree is often preferred, as the role requires specialist knowledge in your subject area, and you\u2019ll typically be tutoring school-age children. Tutorful<\/a> and MyTutor<\/a> have good reviews from tutors and parents alike.<\/p>\n Some publishing houses hire proofreaders to work remotely rather than inhouse. Proofreaders check the spelling and grammar of all kinds of different work, from technical documents to marketing copy. Typically, you\u2019ll need to pass an assessment to be considered. If successful, you\u2019ll be expected to consistently follow an inhouse style guide and work to deadlines. You\u2019ll need a keen eye for detail and the ability to give feedback constructively and tactfully.<\/p>\n The Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading<\/a> is a professional body that offers training and support for those interested in a proofreading career. If you can\u2019t find work with a publishing house, consider using Fiverr<\/a> or PeoplePerHour<\/a> to pick up freelance work.<\/p>\n Flexjobs<\/a> is a jobs board specifically for remote and flexible work opportunities.<\/p>\n The impact on the graduate labour market is irrefutable, but companies are adapting, with many employers choosing to fill vacancies remotely. I\u2019ve noticed an increase in full-time, permanent, remote positions listed on Indeed, particularly in Information and Communication. Keep an eye out for news stories about which employers are embracing home working.<\/p>\n There are some great benefits to working from home and we may well see the tide turning. Not so long ago, Twitter announced that employees could choose to work from home indefinitely<\/a>, while Google extended its work-from-home policy for the rest of the year<\/a>. Remote work was on the rise before the pandemic \u2013 it wouldn\u2019t be surprising to see it increase further, becoming a new norm. Who knows how many of us will have home offices this time next year?<\/p>\nAudio transcription<\/h2>\n
Online tutoring via Skype<\/h2>\n
Proofreading<\/h2>\n
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