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August 1, 2024

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If you’re quick with a keyboard, it makes sense if you want to take advantage of your skills to earn some extra cash. Fortunately, it won’t be hard to find work; there are a lot of apps and websites that offer paid opportunities for typists.

We’ve compiled a list of 32 of those sites. Read on for our full list of platforms that offer remote typing jobs, as well as how much they all pay.

01. How can I get paid for typing?

Typing is ubiquitous in almost every industry, so there are a lot of ways to get paid for it. Common jobs in this niche include:

• Transcribing audio files or recordings
• Making captions for videos
• Data entry (e.g., entering info into spreadsheets)
• Providing live chat support
• Writing app reviews
• Writing blog posts or social media posts
• Solving CAPTCHAs

Our list will focus primarily on transcription, captioning, and data entry platforms. Those have by far the biggest presence in this space, and most would-be typists gravitate toward them.

How much can I get paid to type?

How much you’ll make as a typist heavily depends on the task at hand. To give you a very general sense, transcription generally pays anywhere in the range of $0.40–$3 per audio minute (although some jobs also pay by the hour or minute worked).

Other typing-related gigs, such as writing social media captions, often pay per project. You’ll usually make less from “microtasks” like this than you will from dedicated transcription jobs.

Aside from the type of work you’re doing (and the company you’re doing it for), your typing speed is a very important factor when it comes to how much you can make. For obvious reasons, the faster you can type, the more jobs you can take on, and the more you’ll get paid.

02. Transcription, translation, and captioning sites

Transcription is exactly what it sounds like: listening to audio (or video) files and typing up written transcripts from what you hear.

The most popular sites that will pay you to type are transcription platforms. Many of these also offer translation or localization services, so you have multiple ways to earn if you know more than one language and have a way with words.

The following 17 sites will pay you for typing out audio or video content:

1. TranscribeMe

What it is : TranscribeMe is a good place for transcriptionists to get started. You’ll transcribe 2-to-8-minute-long audio files into text documents. As with virtually all of the gigs on this list, you can work from anywhere, provided you have access to a computer and the internet.

This is a very flexible gig, with TranscribeMe’s only scheduling requirement being that you submit at least one transcript per month. To get started, you have to create an account and pass their English entrance exam.

How much you’ll earn : TranscribeMe’s rates start at $15 per audio hour , with opportunities for raises down the line.

How you’ll get paid : You’ll be paid once per week through PayPal .

2. GoTranscript

What it is : GoTranscript is another transcription site for audio and video files. You can transcribe a wide range of content, such as movies, business meetings, and focus group sessions. The gig is open-ended—you’re in control of how much work you take on.

GoTranscript also offers translation and captioning services (in multiple languages), so if you’re bilingual, you’ll have access to more work on the site.

How much you’ll earn : The site’s average rate is $0.60 per minute of audio transcribed.

How you’ll get paid : GoTranscript will pay you every Friday via PayPal or Payoneer (according to your preference).

3. Babbletype

What it is : Babbletype offers transcription and translation services with a focus on market research content.

Working for them requires more of a commitment than many of the other sites we’ve listed. They hand-pick their candidates once they’ve completed an assessment and a test and passed an interview. You’ll have to transcribe one hour of audio per assignment and must complete four projects per week.

To get started, watch the introduction video on their site and complete the appropriate form to apply for a transcriptionist or translator position.

How much you’ll earn : Babbletype’s transcription base rates range from $0.45 to 0.60 per audio minute . Translation works out at about $90 per 60-minute recording .

How you’ll get paid : Babbletype reportedly pays via PayPal.

4. CastingWords

What it is : CastingWords is another site that offers transcription services for audio and video clips.

There’s no minimum number of hours you need to work per week, so you can do as much or as little as you like.

You must be at least 18 years old and may have to complete a short test before being accepted.

How much you’ll earn : Freelancers get a base rate of $0.85 per audio minute . CastingWords also employs a grading system that will affect your earnings.

How you’ll get paid : CastingWords will pay you via PayPal every Friday.

5. Daily Transcription

What it is : Daily Transcription provides transcription and captioning services to the corporate, entertainment, legal, medical, and academic sectors. You can get paid to transcribe files that include movies and TV episodes, legal proceedings, and academic and market research feedback.

Daily Transcription also provides opportunities for editors to listen to audio files and edit AI-generated transcripts.

To work for them, you need access to a computer and headset, transcription software (such as oTranscribe ), and a typing speed of 50 words per minute (WPM). You also must pass a transcription assessment.

How much you’ll earn : You can earn $45–$66 per hour of material as a general transcriptionist, with more specialized transcription tasks offering higher rates.

How you’ll get paid : Daily Transcription pays on a weekly basis. Unusually, according to their site, they pay via check , unless you’re outside the US (in which case “other arrangements may be made,” according to their site).

6. Hollywood Transcriptions

What it is : Hollywood Transcriptions provides transcription, translation, and captioning for movies, television, and streaming services (such as Netflix). As one of their freelancers, you’ll often be tasked with writing closed captions for shows or transcribing interviews and B-roll footage.

Hollywood Transcriptions also offers their services to the academic and corporate sectors.

You need to type at 65 WPM and have a reliable PC or Mac with a stable internet connection to work for them. They also ask that you have transcription software and a foot pedal, though you don’t have to have them before applying; you can get both once you’re hired.

Note regarding pay : Hollywood Transcriptions does not publicly list their rates or how they pay their workers. We contacted them to ask about this and did not receive a response.

What it is : Scribie provides automated transcription services. As a freelancer, you’ll listen to and edit their AI-generated transcripts.

You need access to a laptop or desktop computer, a broadband connection, and headphones to work for them.

Reportedly, there’s a lot of competition for work on Scribie, so you may struggle to land gigs if you’re not quick and very active on the site.

How much you’ll earn : While editing transcripts is easier than producing them from scratch (at least for beginners), Scribie’s pay rate is quite low, ranging from $5 to 20 per audio hour .

How you’ll get paid : You get paid through PayPal, usually within 36 hours after completing the project.

8. Speechpad

What it is : Speechpad offers transcription, captioning, and translation services to a diverse range of international clients.

When you work for them, you’ll pick the jobs you want to do. Most of the files they offer for transcription range from 1 to 5 minutes.

There’s no minimum number of hours you need to work per week, and the only other requirements are a typing speed of 40 WPM and access to a computer or laptop with a stable internet connection.

How much you’ll earn : The pay rate for transcriptionists is $0.25–$2.50 per audio or video minute , and $2–$5 per audio per video minute for translators. You’ll probably start on the lower end of that range; Speechpad may give you access to higher-paying jobs after you’ve worked for them for a while.

How you’ll get paid : Speechpad pays twice a week through PayPal.

What it is : Rev uses speech recognition AI tools to convert audio recordings, such as focus group recordings, interviews, lectures, and podcasts, into text. As a freelancer, you’ll check and potentially correct these transcripts.

You need to take a grammar quiz and submit a transcription sample before starting with them.

How much you’ll earn : Rev pays $0.30–$1.10 per audio or video minute for transcription work and $0.54–$1.10 per audio or video minute for captioning.

Foreign subtitling work pays the most, at $1.50-$3.00 per audio minute . Your exact rates will depend on the language you’re subtitling.

How you’ll get paid : Rev pays weekly through PayPal for work completed in the previous week.

10. TigerFish

What it is : On TigerFish , you can get paid to transcribe a wide range of audio and video files. They say that they expect a high level of attention to detail. Candidates need access to transcription software and must complete a sample transcription assignment before working for them.

How much you’ll earn : TigerFish’s pay rates are on the lower end of the spectrum, with a base rate of $0.03–$0.04 per line of text . (It’s unclear how many words constitutes a “line.”)

They may pay more money for specialized transcriptions, such as medical transcriptions.

How you’ll get paid : They pay out every two weeks through PayPal.

11. CrowdSurf

What it is : On CrowdSurf , you’ll transcribe audio to text and provide subtitles or closed captioning for videos.

Oddly, they post their tasks on another site called WorkMarket , so you’ll need to create an account with them to sign up.

CrowdSurf doesn’t require you to complete any set amount of work per week, but if you do a lot of tasks for them and are a proficient worker, they may be willing to offer you higher rates or bonuses.

How much you’ll earn : CrowdSurf’s base pay ranges from $0.03 to $0.20 per audio or video minute , not including bonuses.

How you’ll get paid : You can cash out your earnings via PayPal or on a Wisely card.

12. AccuTran Global

What it is : AccuTran Global offers a diverse mix of services, including both transcription and real-time stenography. They have a particular focus on the finance industry, although they service a diverse range of clients.

Their work is part-time, but somewhat scheduled—you tell them the hours you can work, and they’ll offer you jobs within those times.

They require a minimum typing speed of 60 WPM. You need access to a PC with Windows 10 (to run their transcription software—if you use a Mac, you’re out of luck). You’ll also need decent-quality headphones and a reliable internet connection.

AccuTran prefers candidates who are familiar with financial terminology, but that’s not a prerequisite. Once you’ve sent them your resume, you’ll need to complete a transcription test, several typing tests, and other exercises to test your skills.

How much you’ll earn : The base pay for new transcriptionists starts at $0.004 per word . More experienced transcriptionists can earn up to $0.0055 per word .

How you’ll get paid : They pay on a monthly basis via PayPal.

13. SpeakWrite

What it is : With SpeakWrite , you’ll transcribe audio from police offices, law offices, legal teams, and protective services, as well as from business and corporate clients.

You must be proficient in Microsoft Word, have access to a PC with Windows 10, have a typing speed of 60 WPM, and have at least one year of “transcription or word processing experience” in an office setting. You also must be a resident of the US or Canada, but you cannot work for SpeakWrite if you live in California (due to some of the state’s employment laws).

You need to schedule at least 15 hours of work with SpeakWrite per month.

How much you’ll earn : Their pay rate starts at $0.005 per word , with some shifts offering a 10% bonus.

How you’ll get paid : SpeakWrite pays twice a month via direct deposit.

14. OneSpace

What it is : As a OneSpace gig worker, you’ll transcribe phone calls, focus group sessions, and interviews.

After creating an account with them and entering your professional information, you’ll be able to see jobs on their site and apply to work on them.

When starting out, you’ll have a limit on the number of tasks you can take on, which will affect your potential earnings. OneSpace has a leveling system for contributors, so if you keep working for them (and they find your work satisfactory), they’ll boost your rating and you’ll get access to more lucrative jobs.

How much you’ll earn : Each task pays differently, but the average rate is $0.10 per audio task . It’s unclear how long “tasks” generally take.

How you’ll get paid : OneSpace will pay you through PayPal . Once you’ve submitted your tasks and they’ve been approved, it will usually take 3–7 business days to get your money.

15. Quicktake

What it is : Quicktake hires freelancers to transcribe videos, phone calls, voicemail messages, medical files, and other kinds of audio files. They also offer work transcribing foreign language files.

You have full control over how much you work, with no minimum hourly requirement.

If you want to transcribe for them, you must pass a background check and take two tests: one to measure your typing skill and another on Quicktake’s requirements for transcriptionists.

How much you’ll earn : Payment starts at $0.0025 per word for normal transcriptions. Medical transcription jobs pay $0.005 per word .

How you’ll get paid : Quicktake pays every Monday through PayPal.

16. Amberscript

What it is : Typists for Amberscript review audio or video files, read preexisting transcripts or captions (all machine-generated), then make any necessary edits.

Amberscript doesn’t require you to turn in a particular amount of work per week, although they do note that when you accept a task with them, it must be completed before the deadline (something that also goes for the other platforms on this list, and that is also good practice for freelance work in general).

After sending in your application to work for Amberscript, you’ll need to complete a test job within 48 hours.

How much you’ll earn : Amberscript pays in Euros. Their rates are as follows:

• Transcription : €0.45–€1.20 (approx. $0.48–$1.29) per audio or video minute
• Captioning : €0.90–€1.90 ($0.97–$2.11) per audio or video minute
• Translation : €3.50–€6.00 ($3.76–$6.44) per audio or video minute

How you’ll get paid : You get paid on a monthly basis via bank transfer or PayPal.

17. Lionbridge

What it is : Lionbridge is primarily a translation and localization company, not a transcription company. They offer their services to clients in many different industries, including gaming, medicine, telecommunications, and finance.

They’re flexible about how much work you need to complete for them, but you do need to pass an exam before you begin.

Keep in mind that the amount of work they’ll offer depends on what languages you’re able to translate from (or into). If you speak an in-demand language, they can be a good source of work, but if yours isn’t very popular on the site, you should expect Lionbridge to be a supplementary source of typing-related jobs, not a major one.

How much you’ll earn : Lionbridge doesn’t clearly state how much they pay, but users have reported rates of around $6-14 per hour .

How you’ll get paid : Here again, Lionbridge doesn’t specify how they pay their workers, but the reports we’ve read indicate they pay via bank transfer. If you’re not based in the US, this may make it tricky to receive your payments.

03. Data entry sites

Transcribing audio and video content isn’t the only way to get paid for typing. You can also make money with data entry .

Essentially, this means transferring information from one format to another. In practice, that often consists of entering it into a spreadsheet or an online form that will submit it to a database.

These five sites will pay you for data entry:

18. MicroWorkers

What it is : MicroWorkers is a platform that employers use to outsource tasks and jobs that are too time-consuming or tedious to handle themselves. Jobs can range from collecting and entering data into spreadsheets to converting AI-generated content into text that sounds natural and human.

After you set up an account with them, you can check out the jobs posted on their site. MicroWorkers uses a rating system that will limit your access to many jobs, with those holding higher ratings getting access to better-paying opportunities.

How much you’ll earn : Payment varies widely depending on the task at hand. MicroWorkers takes a 10% cut of your earnings .

How you’ll get paid : MicroWorkers pays via these platforms:

Which platforms are available may depend on where you’re working from.

19. Working Solutions

What it is : Working Solutions employs remote workers as data entry clerks, as well as virtual support agents for customers.

They ask that you work at least 15 hours per week, but they’ll let you pick the hours that work best for you.

All you need to get started is a reliable computer with a high-speed internet connection, a USB headset, and a quiet workspace.

How much you’ll earn : How much you can make varies from project to project and depends on your experience. Their site states that you can earn up to $19 per hour , plus bonuses.

They also have a referral program. They’ll pay you $400 for each person you get to sign up.

How you’ll get paid : Reportedly, you can opt for payment via direct deposit, check, or prepaid card.

What it is : You probably already know Xerox for their printers and scanners. What you might not know is that the company is also a good source of data entry jobs. They run a virtual office program —essentially a list of jobs with them that can be done remotely.

If you get hired for a data entry job with Xerox, you’ll enter data into their databases, as well as verify the accuracy of all of the information you type. This work may be part-time or full-time.

To land work, you’ll need to check their job board and specify that you want virtual work, then apply for any jobs that seem like a good match.

How much you’ll earn : Unfortunately, Xerox doesn’t specify how much they pay their data entry clerks.

How you’ll get paid : Xerox doesn’t indicate how they pay their workers, either, but as a large, traditional company, it’s likely that they pay via direct deposit or check.

21. SigTrack

What it is : SigTrack specializes in data processing and verification for petitions and voter registration. As one of their freelance typists, you’ll spend most of your time validating signatures (i.e., reviewing images and selecting or typing the corresponding names).

All freelancers must have:

• US citizenship
• Access to a PC or laptop running Windows 10 or higher, or Mac OS 12 or higher
• A stable internet connection

How much you’ll earn : SigTrack has a complex pay system based largely on accuracy. You’ll earn less money if you enter data inaccurately. For example, if the base pay for a job is $200 and you complete it with 98% accuracy, you’ll only get $180 .

(SigTrack gives conflicting information about their minimum standards for accuracy; on their Essentials page , they claim that all workers must maintain 98% accuracy, whereas on their How Pay Works page, they say just 95%.)

How you’ll get paid : You’ll get paid every Friday through PayPal.

22. Axion Data Services

What it is : Axion typists transfer data from various sources into Axion’s database, verify the data, and edit it when necessary. The gig’s schedule is flexible, but Axion asks for a minimum of 30 hours per week.

You’ll need to pass a criminal background check, have at least 2 to 3 years of data entry experience, and have a keystroke rate of 15,000 keystrokes per hour to work for them.

How much you’ll earn : Axion’s rates depend on the job you take on, with some longer jobs paying up to $9 per entry , though their general rate is lower.

Axion will also evaluate your accuracy, speed, and productivity, which can affect your earnings.

How you’ll get paid : Axios will pay you every two weeks through direct deposit.

04. General-purpose job sites that feature typing gigs

Aside from the sites we’ve mentioned, there are several freelance job boards you can check out to find typing jobs (as well as other work).

These sites don’t pay fixed rates; your pay will vary from job to job and will generally be negotiable between you and your clients.

23. Freelancer.com

What it is : Freelancer.com is one of the largest freelance marketplaces in the world. It features a ton of opportunities, including typing projects.

It’s very easy to find clients to work for, with no shortage of posts. That said, the competition for work is quite stiff, and you may have to accept relatively low rates in the beginning to get your foot in the door.

How payment works : You can sign up and bid for jobs free of charge, but Freelancer.com deducts a 10% fee from your earnings . You may receive a flat fee for jobs or get paid an hourly rate, depending on what you and your clients agree on.

You can receive your money via:

• Express withdrawal to your bank account
• Wire transfer
• Skrill (does not support payments in US dollars)

What it is : Upwork is another extremely popular freelance job board. It works much like Freelancer.com does: you create an account and a profile (which may include a portfolio of your past work) and apply for jobs that interest you, competing with other freelancers to get them.

How payment works : Upwork will take a 10% cut of your profits. In the US, you can cash out via:

• Direct deposit
• Instant Pay

Some payment methods may come with fees (variable depending on where you’re located), so be sure to check before you pick one.

What it is : Fiverr is yet another large marketplace that puts freelancers in contact with businesses that are looking to outsource tasks.

On Fiverr, instead of bidding for jobs, you’ll list your services and prices. Clients can then purchase them.

How payment works : When someone pays for one of your services, Fiver will take a 20% commission.

You can withdraw via:

• Bank transfer
• The Fiverr revenue card (Fiverr’s own MasterCard; no longer being issued, but still available to existing cardholders)

26. PeoplePerHour

What it is : PeoplePerHour is UK-based site where you can advertise your typing services and set your own rates. You can sign up for free; once your application gets approved, you can start browsing for jobs right away.

Like on most freelancing sites, you’ll be competing against many other freelancers, so the amount of work available may fluctuate.

How payment works : PeoplePerHour takes a commission, which will change as you earn more money on the site (as a UK-based site, they measure this in GBP). Here’s how their commission structure works:

• If you’ve earned under £250 : You’ll pay a 20% commission.
• If you’ve earned £250–£5,000 : You’ll pay 7.5%.
• If you’ve earned over £5,000 : You’ll pay just 3.5%.

You can withdraw your earnings via PayPal, Payoneer, or receive a direct deposit to your bank account.

28. Amazon Mechanical Turk

What it is : Amazon Mechanical Turk (MTurk) is a “crowdsourcing marketplace” that puts you in touch with businesses that want to outsource their workloads.

Tasks on MTurk are known as Human Intelligence Tasks (HITs). There’s no shortage of typing jobs, including data entry, transcription, survey-taking, and Excel spreadsheet work.

Once you create an account with MTurk and wait 48 hours, you can start working. However, for many of the higher-paying jobs, you’ll need to complete a certain number of HITs first.

How payment works : MTurk takes a 20%–40% commission, although it charges this to employers, not freelancers (so the price you see is what you’ll actually earn). You can withdraw your earnings to your bank account or to your Amazon gift card balance.

29. Clickworker

What it is : Like MTurk, Clickworker is a workplace platform that focuses on microtasks.

Freelancers can accept small tasks that businesses outsource, ranging from data entry to AI training.

You can even work from your smartphone, and you have full control over how much or how little you want to work.

How payment works : You can cash out on a weekly basis via PayPal, Payoneer, ACH payment, or direct transfer to your bank account.

30. FlexJobs

What it is : FlexJobs is an online job board, much like Monster and Indeed. However, they have a particular focus on flex-time and remote jobs. They claim that they use a screening process to ensure that all jobs posted are legitimate.

You do need to pay to start finding jobs through them, with the cheapest subscription plan being $5.95 per month.

Once you create an account with FlexJobs, you’ll get unlimited access to their job board, as well as a personalized portfolio and free skills testing.

05. CAPTCHA solving sites

Lastly, if you want a typing job with a very low barrier to entry, you can earn money by solving CAPTCHAs . These are those tests that you have to complete to prove to websites that you’re a human being and not a computer (e.g., “type the six numbers in this image”).

There are several sites that will pay you to repeatedly solve CAPTCHAs and type the answers.

Note : These sites generally pay very low rates. You’ll almost certainly be able to earn more on the other platforms on this list (or from any minimum-wage job, for that matter).

While we’re not aware of any evidence that these sites are outright scams, we don’t recommend working for them. They pay real money—but not very much of it.

31. 2Captcha

What it is : On 2Captcha , users submit the CAPTCHAs they want solved and you complete them. It’s very easy to get started—all you need is a computer or smartphone with internet access. When you create an account, you’ll complete a quick training course and be all set.

How much you’ll earn : 2Captcha pays $0.14-$0.60 per 1000 CAPTCHAS completed .

How you’ll get paid : You can cash out via the payment platforms WebMoney, Perfect Money, or Volet. You can also opt to receive your earnings as Bitcoin.

32. MegaTypers

What it is : MegaTypers claims that it provides data entry services to private and governmental entities and that if you work with them, you’ll mostly retype scanned papers to convert them into editable digital documents.

However, most online reports contradict this. They suggest that while it’s possible MegaTypers handles a small amount of that type of work, they’re mostly a CAPTCHA-solving website.

Like 2Captcha, MegaTypers is very accessible. Its only requirements are a typing speed of 10 WPM (a very low bar) and a computer with a stable internet connection.

How much you’ll earn : MegaTypers pays their typists in “TyperCredits.” It’s unclear exactly how much these are worth; MegaTypers’ site seems to claim that one TyperCredit is worth $1, but anecdotal reports from past users suggest a much poorer exchange rate of one TyperCredit for just $0.01.

MegaTypers’ rates range from $0.45 to $1.50 TyperCredits per 1000 words typed . (Again, a “word” is likely a CAPTCHA.)

How you’ll get paid : You can opt for payment via PayPal, Payza, a linked debit card, or check.

To reiterate, solving CAPTCHAs for money is a low-paid gig, and we don’t recommend it, although whether it’s ultimately worth it is up to you.

If you decide that you want something more lucrative but none of the other platforms on this list appeal, you can read our list of other side hustle ideas , many of which are also remote and can be done on a flexible schedule, like typing. Hopefully, you’ll find a home-based side hustle that suits you.

Robert Jellison

Managing Editor

Robert is a writer and editor for SideHustles.com. He has 7+ years of experience in freelance writing and previously worked as the in-house editor for Compose.ly, a platform for remote and part-time writers.

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16 Best Places to Find Online Typing Jobs (Up to $45/hr)

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If you’re a fast typer and looking for a way to make money from home, typing may be a good option. There are lots of places you can find work-from-home typing jobs. Some focus on transcription and others are geared toward data entry.

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If you’re a fast typer and looking for a way to make money from home, typing may be a good option.

You can get paid to type or transcribe documents without a fancy degree or a ton of experience, and you can do it on your own schedule from wherever you live.

As long as you have a reliable computer, high-speed internet, and access to programs like Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel, you can earn some cash typing from home.

Work-from-home typing jobs are a good way to use a common skill to earn extra income for short or long-term financial goals.

Types of Online Typing Jobs

There are two primary types of online typing jobs. The first involves transcribing audio from dictation, phone calls, videos, lectures, and podcasts to text.

The second, data entry, requires you to take written information on forms, files, or applications and type them into computer databases.

While transcription jobs typically pay between $15 and $45 per hour, data entry jobs are in the $5 to $20 per hour range. A certification or training program could allow you to charge more for your transcription services.

If you’re interested in a career or side hustle in transcription, check out Transcribe Anywhere’s free online mini-course for tips on how to get clients for your services. Transcribe Anywhere offers educational resources and certifications for transcriptionists.

16 Places to Find Online Typing Jobs

You can find work-from-home typing jobs in a number of places. Some focus on transcription and others are geared toward data entry.

1. Clickworker

Clickworker  began in 2005 and distributes micro tasks in data entry and other fields to “Clickworkers” across the globe. If you become a Clickworker, you’ll work as an independent contractor and use your own equipment to complete data entry tasks.

While the amount you’ll earn on Clickworker depends on the type of project or task, you’ll know your pay rate before you begin. You’ll receive payment via PayPal every week or month.

2. Lionbridge Smart Crowd

For over 20 years, Lionbridge Smart Crowd has offered work-from-home opportunities to people from around the world. To sign up, you’ll need to provide details on your education, language skills, and areas of expertise. Once accepted, you’ll receive tasks related to your skillset.

You’ll work as an independent contractor to complete transcription or data entry jobs , and you’ll receive payment once a month. The rate for each task is based on the expected productivity to complete it.

3. AccuTran Global

Established in 2002 AccuTran Global , provides transcription services to clients worldwide. The Canada-based company hires U.S.-based transcription contractors to help them meet the demands of their clients. To work for AccuTran Global, you should be deadline-driven and have the ability to closely follow guidelines.

If you’re hired by AccuTran, you’ll get the chance to transcribe press conferences, focus groups, business meetings, panel descriptions, and more.

4. Data Plus+

Headquartered in Atlanta, Data Plus+ has offered custom data entry services for almost 30 years. They specialize in data entry from all formats including handwritten originals, type copy, scanned images, or online sources.

As a freelance data entry clerk for Data Plus+, you may type data for vehicle accident reports, membership applications, warranty cards, professional certifications, law enforcement reports, and mailing lists.

Rev hires over 50,000 English-speaking transcriptionists that support over 170,000 of its clients. As a freelance transcriptionist for Rev, you can choose from hundreds of projects each day.

To land this job, you’ll need to take a grammar test and complete a transcription sample. Once approved, you’ll be able to work as much or as little as you’d like and receive weekly payments via PayPal. On average, Rev transcriptionists earn $245 per month.

6. Microworkers

Microworkers connects employers and workers from around the world. If you become a “Microworker,” you work as a freelancer with access to hundreds of tasks each day. Each task will include detailed directions, a deadline, and pay rate. You can accept any transcription task you’d like to complete and get paid twice a week, every Sunday and Wednesday.

7. Axion Data Entry Services

Established in 1996, Axion Data Entry Services provides data entry outsourcing, data verification, and Internet data research to clients in various industries.

If you’d like to work as a data entry contractor for Axion, you’ll need at least 2 to 3 years of data entry experience. You should also be able to type 50 words per minute without errors. You’ll earn a flat rate per entry or document, which depends on your skills and efficiency.

8. TranscribeMe

TranscribeMe offers fast, affordable, and accurate audio and video transcription services. To work as a TranscribeMe transcriptionist, you’ll need to pass an English test and set up a WorkHub account.

After you’ve done both, you can start working and earn anywhere between $15 and $22, paid via PayPal, for every hour of audio you transcribe. If you have a specialized background in medical or legal transcription, you’ll earn a higher rate.

9. SigTrack

SigTrack is a database platform you can use to land data entry jobs. Each project on the platform features a base rate that is split between you as the data entry freelancer and someone else who checks your work. The share you’ll receive will depend on your accuracy. You’ll receive payment via PayPal every Friday.

10. Capital Typing

Capital Typing provides its clients with time-saving solutions through data entry, transcription, translation, market research, and office administration.

To apply for a part-time or full-time job at Capital Typing, you’ll need to complete a test transcription sample. If you’re hired, you’ll receive a competitive salary and a flexible schedule.

In addition to selling print and digital documents and products, Xerox hires more than 8,000 remote employees to perform tasks like data entry, quality control, and software programming. If you secure a work-from-home data entry job at Xerox, you’ll be a part-time or full-time employee and can earn around $14 per hour or $30,000 per year.

12. Quicktate

Quicktate transcribes legal and medical files, voicemails, conference calls, phone calls, letters, and memos. Their clients include big-name brands like CNN, Ford, Wells Fargo, and Coca Cola. To become a Quicktate contractor, you’ll need to pay for and pass a background check and complete a typing quiz.

Your rate depends on the type of transcription you’re doing, with medical transcription having a higher rate ($0.01 per two words) than general transcription ($0.01 per four words). You’ll get paid weekly through PayPal.

13. Working Solutions

Working Solutions provides jobs to people who would like to work from home and on occasion, they offer freelance data entry opportunities. The company pays anywhere between $9 to $30 per hour, depending on the project.

To apply to be a “Working Solutions Agent,” you’ll need to pass a few assessments and wait for an acceptance email. Once you find out you’re accepted, you can search for data entry gigs, complete them, and collect payment via direct deposit or check in the mail.

14. DionData Solutions

DionData Solutions offers freelance data entry jobs. You’ll type data from scanned images, hard copies, handwritten originals, typed copies, and online sources.

To receive work as a freelance data entry clerk, you’ll need to pass a test and prove that you can type at least 60 words per minute. If you work for this company, you’ll get paid per piece.

Note: At the time of this publishing, DionData Solutions is not currently hiring new contracted workers.

15. OneSpace

OneSpace helps the owners of ecommerce stores earn more money by improving their search engine rankings. You can find English and international language transcription jobs through its freelance platform. If you land a freelance transcriptionist position, you’ll transcribe audio files that range from less than 30 seconds to 10 minutes.

16. SpeakWrite

Founded in 1997, SpeakWrite offers transcription and dictation services. It promises its clients 24/7 access to an unlimited pool of typists and transcribed documents in hours. The company hires freelance remote transcriptionists with experience in legal, general, and Spanish transcription. As a transcriptionist for SpeakWrite, you can earn an average of $450 per month.

You Can Make a Full-Time Income by Getting Paid to Type

Whether you’re a stay-at-home-mom, college student, or anyone else who is looking for a flexible way to make money, typing jobs may be a great fit. They offer a side hustle that can give you the chance to earn an income from home and on your own schedule.

If you’d like to get started, take a typing class at a community college to increase the number of words you can type per minute. Then, consider earning a typing certification so that you stand out from the crowd. Lastly, apply for typing jobs and start building your resume and experience.

If you’re in search of a new career that offers flexibility and the chance to work from home , a typing job is a great option. Even if you type slowly, you can practice and become fast enough to earn income through typing.

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5 Best Typing Jobs From Home & Why You Should Try Them

Discover the top 5 typing jobs from home, including data entry, transcription, and content writing, along with the best platforms to find them.

• Typing jobs offer flexible, remote work, eliminating daily commuting stress.
• Popular roles include data entry, content writing, transcription, virtual assistant, and copywriting.
• Key platforms for typing jobs: Upwork, FlexJobs, Freelancer.com, TranscribeMe!, and Rev.com.
• Home-based typing jobs require strong typing skills, a reliable computer, and high-speed internet.

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Are you sick and tired of wasting valuable time in traffic on your way to work every day?

Do you aspire to a job where you can work from the convenience of your home?

If so, then typing jobs could be the ideal answer for you!

The demand for professional typists has risen due to the growth of remote employment opportunities, providing a flexible and fulfilling career path.

This article will examine the world of online typing jobs and the best places for finding them to help you start your freelance writing career today.

Overview of the Best 5 Typing Jobs From Home

Listed below are some of the best typing jobs that can be done easily from home:

• Content Writer
• Transcriptionist
• Virtual Assistant

Where to find the best Typing Jobs From Home:

Freelancer.com

Transcribeme, 1. data entry.

Data entry jobs focus on entering data into databases or computer systems.

They frequently work with a variety of data, including financial statements, customer records, account information, etc.

Data entry specialists are vital for transcription companies, organizing and inputting data using platforms like Salesforce or tools like Microsoft Excel.

They work with digital and hard copy files, requiring computer proficiency and meticulous attention to detail. 

The average pay range of a data entry clerk is $12 to $27 per hour, and the best platforms to find data entry jobs are FlexJobs and Upwork.

2. Content Writer

To provide interesting and educational content for their blogs, many businesses and individuals engage content writers or ghostwriters.

They create blog posts, website copy, and more.

Strong writing abilities, research prowess, and the capacity to modify tone and style to suit the needs of the target audience, with the display of outstanding grammar and punctuation skills, are all the qualities a content writer should possess.

Many content writers can earn $19 to $40 on average per hour. These gigs can be found on FlexJobs and Upwork.

3. Transcriptionist

Transcriptionists convert content in audio recordings into written form with precision and accuracy, using excellent listening skills and typing abilities to accurately transcribe audio, video, and meetings.

There are various forms of transcription jobs, including edited, verbatim, intelligent, and phonetic, each needing a unique set of knowledge and abilities.

To acquire specialized knowledge in transcribing various sorts of text, such as legal transcription or medical transcription, transcriptionists frequently go through training and obtain experience.

They typically earn between $20 per hour .

TranscribeMe! and Rev.com are two excellent platforms for such job postings.

4. Virtual Assistant

Virtual assistants act as customer support representatives, helping clients with administrative, technical, or creative tasks from a remote location, such as a home office.

The hourly wage for virtual assistants, according to ZipRecruiter , can be as low as $6.73 and as high as $82.21 in the US.

FlexJobs, Freelancer, and Upwork can provide ample job opportunities in this field.

5. Copywriter

For marketing and advertising purposes, brands use copywriters that specialize in creating concise, action-oriented material for social media ads and email campaigns.

They modify their writing style to reflect the voices of their clients and take into account particular objectives like lead generation or sales.

Copywriters have expertise in SEO and channel-specific messaging and often work within word constraints to produce persuasive, brand-consistent copy.

Platforms like Upwork, Freelancer, and FlexJobs have multiple job postings for copywriters.

Average pay ranges from $17 to $40 per hour .

Why Should You Consider Doing a Typing Job From Home?

If you have a knack for writing, you can easily enjoy the unparalleled flexibility of working hours from the comfort of your home by choosing to do a typing job.

Personalize your workspace, and dress in a way that boosts your productivity.

Working from home also helps you to avoid the daily commute, which saves you money, valuable time, and the stress of rush hour traffic.

It frees up time for family, personal interests, and household chores, making it an ideal choice for stay-at-home parents and students seeking financial independence.

Top 5 Platforms for Finding Typing Jobs

Below is a carefully curated list of online writing sites that can help you discover exciting home-based typing job opportunities.

Upwork is a great platform for home-based typing jobs, connecting freelancers with employers seeking specific skills.

With fast typing speed, users can filter jobs based on expertise, project length, and bid amount, ensuring a suitable fit for their abilities.

• You can create an Upwork account for free and receive 40 Connects to start bidding right away.
• High-paying job opportunities
• Fixed price payment protection and hourly tracking for secure payment
• High competition

Finding blogging or writing opportunities that suit your hobbies is simple when you personalize your search, which is exactly what FlexJobs helps you in.

This platform also provides a resource center for skill development, helping you land perfect typing gig opportunities.

• Access to legit job offers
• No percentage fees on earnings
• Advanced job search options and career support
• Requires paid subscription

Freelancer.com , a market leader with over 30 million freelancers registered and a wide range of job types, is a great place to locate online typing jobs.

Users can browse through multiple job posts and make bids depending on their qualifications after creating a quick account.

Before processing payment, clients select the best freelancer for their job and perform a quality check.

• Global reach with millions of registered freelancers
• Ability to negotiate and communicate directly with clients
• Easy account setup
• Additional fees for exams and verifications
• Potential for scams

TranscribeMe! is a reputable platform that provides a range of transcription services, such as audio and video transcription, subtitling, and translation.

It enables people to apply and pass a test to become transcribers using a user-friendly interface.

Payment is based on the amount of work completed, and the company offers a tiered payment system for more complex projects.

• Wide range of transcription opportunities
• Beginner-friendly platform
• No need to purchase transcription software
• The pay rate for beginner transcribers may be low initially.

Rev is a trustworthy website where you can get online typing jobs and access a range of transcription services.

For example, freelancers can make money by creating captions for YouTube videos or transcribing audio files.

Rev offers weekly payouts, a user-friendly interface, and work-at-your-own-pace convenience for remote typing jobs.

• Wide range of transcription services available
• Flexible working hours and weekly payments
• Opportunity to gain experience and work on various projects
• Pay may vary based on typing speed and the complexity of the task.
• Tight deadlines and potential challenges with audio quality

What You'll Need to Do a Typing Job From Home

You can pursue a career in home-based typing jobs without having a fancy degree; however, to succeed, you must possess the ideal skills and experience.

You'll need a dependable computer or laptop with a comfortable keyboard and lots of storage if you want to work from home as a typewriter.

For efficient communication and online research, high-speed internet access is required.

Establish a comfortable workspace, proper lighting, and frequent typing practice for increased productivity in home-based typing.

Tips to Succeed at Finding a Typing Job

It's essential that you pay attention to a few key tips to increase your chances of landing a home-based typing job:

• Showcase exceptional typing skills and accuracy through certifications or tests.
• Create a professional portfolio and resume that highlights your talents and experience in the field.
• Establish a strong work ethic and consistently fulfill deadlines.
• Stay updated with trends and expertise particular to your sector.
• Network with other industry experts to gain support and learn about job opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any age limitations or educational requirements for home-based typing jobs.

No. Home-based typing jobs don't have age restrictions as long as the skills and job requirements can be met.

How Do I Ensure Data Confidentiality and Security While Working From Home Typing Jobs?

Use secure and encrypted file-sharing platforms, follow client agreements, and maintain strong data protection practices for confidentiality and security.

Home-based typing jobs provide a satisfying and flexible career route for people looking to work remotely.

You can choose a typing job that matches your talents and interests among the many opportunities available, ranging from data entry to content writing and transcription.

Let us know what you think in the comment section below, and don't forget to type your way to success!

Brett Helling is the founder and owner of Gigworker.com. Having worked in the gig economy for nearly a decade, he has mastered freelance, remote, and app-based work. You can learn more about his journey in his book, "Gigworker: Independent Work and the State of the Gig Economy", now available on Amazon.

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Online Typing Jobs: Earn from Home with These Flexible Opportunities

Ever thought about turning your typing skills into a paycheck? Online typing jobs might be the perfect fit for you. Whether you’re looking for a side hustle or a full-time gig, there are plenty of opportunities to earn money from the comfort of your home.

From transcription services to data entry tasks, these jobs offer flexibility and convenience, making them ideal for anyone with a reliable internet connection and a knack for typing. Plus, you get to skip the daily commute and work on your own schedule. Ready to dive into the world of online typing jobs? Let’s explore the possibilities together.

Key Takeaways

• Flexibility and Convenience: Online typing jobs provide the flexibility to work from home and set your own schedule, making them ideal for side hustles or full-time engagement.
• Types of Work: Common tasks include data entry, transcription services, content writing, online research, and captioning, each demanding specific skills like typing speed, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Necessary Skills: Basic skills such as typing speed, spelling accuracy, and computer literacy are essential. Advanced skills like editing, proficiency with transcription software, and multilingual capabilities can open higher-paying opportunities.
• Finding Jobs: Reputable platforms like Upwork, Freelancer, Fiverr, Rev, and TranscribeMe are excellent sources for legitimate online typing jobs. Be vigilant against scams and avoid offers that require upfront payments or personal information.
• Pros and Cons: While online typing jobs offer benefits like flexibility, cost savings, and improved work-life balance, they also bring challenges like potential distractions, inconsistent income, and ergonomic issues that must be managed effectively.

Understanding Online Typing Jobs

Online typing jobs offer fantastic opportunities for anyone looking to earn from the comfort of their home. They come with the flexibility to be a side hustle or full-time gig.

What Are Online Typing Jobs?

Online typing jobs involve tasks that require typing skills, often simple but demanding accuracy and speed. Essential tasks include data entry, transcription services, and online research.

Data entry jobs usually involve entering information into databases or spreadsheets. These roles need your attention to detail to ensure accuracy.

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Transcription jobs require converting audio or video recordings into written text. Typing speed and a good ear for detail enhance your work quality in this field.

Online research involves finding specific information on the internet and compiling it into reports or summaries. It’s perfect if you enjoy hunting for data and organizing it clearly.

• Data Entry: Entering data into electronic format. Examples include filling in spreadsheets, updating databases, and managing inventories.
• Transcription Services: Converting speech to text. Key examples include medical transcription, legal transcription, and general audio transcription.
• Content Writing: Creating written content for websites, blogs, and other online platforms. This includes article writing, ghostwriting, and copywriting.
• Online Research: Conducting research and compiling data. Examples include market research, preparing reports, and data gathering.
• Captioning: Adding text to videos. This involves creating accurate and timely captions for films, TV shows, and online videos.

These roles offer the flexibility to set your schedule, making them ideal for entrepreneurs and business enthusiasts like you.

Skills Required for Online Typing Jobs

To excel in online typing jobs, specific skills are crucial. Both basic and advanced proficiencies open doors to various opportunities in this field.

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Basic Skills and Qualifications

Spelling accuracy, attention to detail, and typing speed are essential for basic online typing tasks. For data entry and transcription, these skills ensure error-free work and timely submissions. Familiarity with word processing tools like Microsoft Word and Google Docs supports efficient document handling.

Grammar knowledge helps maintain readability in roles like transcription and content creation. Basic computer literacy, including navigating the internet and managing files, is necessary for handling online research and data compilation.

Advanced Skills for Professional Roles

Editing skills propel you in higher-level roles, enhancing content for professional standards. Advanced transcription jobs necessitate proficiency with transcription software and technical jargon in sectors like legal and medical fields.

Research proficiency elevates your capabilities in online research roles, enabling you to gather and synthesize information effectively. Mastery of multiple languages can unlock opportunities in multilingual transcription and translation tasks.

By developing these skills, you can maximize potential in various online typing roles. Investing time in honing both basic and advanced proficiencies paves the way for greater success and financial stability.

Finding Legitimate Online Typing Jobs

Exploring online typing jobs can be lucrative if you know where to look. Understanding the platforms and potential scams ensures you make informed decisions.

Platforms for Online Typing Jobs

Several reputable platforms connect freelancers to typing jobs. Websites like Upwork and Freelancer offer a plethora of opportunities, from data entry to transcription. Setting up a detailed profile showcasing your typing skills and relevant experience attracts potential clients.

Fiverr allows you to offer specific typing services and set your rates. Custom gigs can include transcription, data entry, or copy typing. Ideal for managing small projects or tasks, this platform suits part-time side-hustlers.

Platforms like Rev and TranscribeMe specialize in transcription jobs. They often provide training and tools for new transcriptionists, helping you hit the ground running. Both platforms pay per audio minute, and the more you transcribe, the more you earn.

Red Flags and Scams to Avoid

Navigating online jobs requires vigilance. Beware of platforms requiring upfront payments or promising unrealistic earnings. Reliable sites don’t charge registration fees. If a job posting seems too good to be true, it likely is.

Avoid job offers requiring personal information too early in the process, such as bank details or social security numbers. Legitimate employers request these only after establishing a working relationship.

Look out for poor communication or vague job descriptions. Reputable employers provide clear job expectations, rates, and deadlines. Researching company reviews on sites like Glassdoor can provide insights into their legitimacy.

Certify that the platform has a secure payment system. Trusted platforms like Upwork and Fiverr handle payments to ensure you get paid for completed work. Avoid transactions outside the platform as they often lead to non-payment issues.

In summation, leveraging trusted platforms and staying alert to red flags can ensure a successful pursuit of online typing jobs.

Pros and Cons of Online Typing Jobs

Online typing jobs offer various advantages and potential drawbacks. Being aware of both sides helps you make informed decisions.

Benefits of Working from Home

Flexibility: Online typing jobs offer unparalleled flexibility. You can set your hours and work from anywhere with an internet connection. For side-hustles or startup endeavors, this flexibility is invaluable.

Cost Savings: Working from home saves on commuting costs, office attire, and daily meals out. You can reinvest these funds into your online business ventures or other growing side-hustles.

Work-Life Balance: These roles can improve your work-life balance, especially if you have family commitments or other responsibilities. You control your schedule, allowing for personal time without compromising productivity.

Challenges Faced in Online Typing Roles

Distractions: Working from home introduces potential distractions that can reduce productivity. Time management and a dedicated workspace become essential to stay focused.

Inconsistent Income: Not all online typing jobs provide steady income. Earnings can fluctuate based on the availability of projects, making financial planning challenging for those solely relying on this income stream.

Ergonomic Issues: Prolonged typing can lead to repetitive strain injuries or discomfort. Investing in ergonomic equipment and taking regular breaks is crucial to maintain physical health.

Online typing jobs offer tremendous flexibility and opportunities, but challenges like distractions, fluctuating income, and ergonomic issues require careful management to maximize their benefits.

Online typing jobs can be a fantastic way to earn money from the comfort of your home. They offer flexibility and the potential for a better work-life balance if managed well. While there are some challenges like distractions and inconsistent income, the benefits often outweigh the downsides. By honing your typing skills and staying vigilant against scams, you can find legitimate opportunities that suit your lifestyle. So why not give it a shot? With the right approach, you could turn your typing skills into a rewarding career.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some common types of online typing jobs.

Online typing jobs often include data entry, transcription, and online research tasks. These jobs typically require good spelling accuracy, typing speed, and computer literacy.

What skills are necessary for online typing jobs?

Basic skills needed include typing speed, spelling accuracy, and computer literacy. Advanced skills such as editing and proficiency in transcription software can also be beneficial.

Where can I find legitimate online typing jobs?

You can find legitimate online typing jobs on platforms like Upwork and Freelancer. It’s important to create a detailed profile and be aware of red flags to avoid scams.

What are the benefits of online typing jobs?

Benefits include flexibility, cost savings on commuting, and an improved work-life balance. You can work from the comfort of your home and manage your own schedule.

What are the challenges of online typing jobs?

Challenges include distractions at home, inconsistent income, and potential ergonomic issues from prolonged computer use. Proper management is crucial to navigate these challenges effectively.

How can I avoid scams when searching for online typing jobs?

To avoid scams, research the company, read reviews, and be wary of offers that seem too good to be true. Use reputable job platforms and ensure the employer has a verified profile.

Can online typing jobs provide a stable income?

Income from online typing jobs can be inconsistent and may depend on the availability of work and your skills. Diversifying the types of tasks you take on can help maintain income stability.

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26 Online Typing Jobs You Can Do From Home

When I first started looking for money-making opportunities, online typing jobs were all the rage.

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Unfortunately, a lot of scams popped up to take advantage of those trying to find at-home typist jobs.

Headlines like these were all over the place:

This set people up with false expectations of what type of earnings were actually realistic.

It’s actually the reason why I founded this website in the first place. I wanted to make sure people were finding real, legit opportunities and not falling for these scams.

If you’re looking for an entry-level, home-based typing job, this comprehensive guide will tackle everything you need to know about this old school work-from-home job.

4 Main Types of Online Typing Jobs

Web-based typing jobs include all jobs that require you to quickly and accurately input letters, numbers, or symbols into a computer keyboard or mobile phone.

In some cases, the job may involve speech recognition software or other tools of the trade.

1. Data Entry

Even the most modern companies require data entry operators to key in data, fill up spreadsheets, re-type scanned documents, and do other similar tasks.

There are no special qualifications needed for data entry, except for total concentration, accuracy, and speed.

Check out my updated list of data entry jobs you can do from home .

2. Transcription

Transcription jobs are similar to data entry jobs, except typists convert audio or video into a text-based document.

There are specializations, such as medical transcription or legal transcription, which provide better rates but require higher qualifications.

Accuracy is a priority in this field and the ability to speak more than one language will substantially increase the amount of money you can make.

Here is my full list of online transcription jobs .

3. Closed Captioning

This type of transcription job involves typing the audio of a recorded video and adding the text as captions during post-production.

Some companies hire closed captioners to work on live feeds. You can be hired for captioning news, press briefings, and developing stories in real-time.

Check out this list of closed captioning jobs to find the right one for you.

4. CAPTCHA, Forum Posting, Surveys, and other small-time gigs

While many of these online typing jobs are legit (companies do pay), the problem with entering a CAPTCHA, posting on forums, answering surveys, and performing other small-time gigs is that the pay is so little. I’m talking cents .

As such, it requires a lot of work before you can reach the minimum payout.

All types of online typing jobs require accuracy and a fast turnaround, which is why a typing test is the most important (and often only) requirement applicants need to pass.

26 Legit Online Typing Jobs

Online typing jobs are super easy to do, which should be an advantage for anyone looking for home-based jobs.

However, this is the same reason why the competition is high. To get ahead of the pack, make sure to bookmark these tried and tested websites with typing jobs:

1. FlexJobs

I strongly suggest starting your search on FlexJobs.

All the companies and employers who post job openings on this job board are checked and vetted by individuals to make sure that they are legitimate.

Thus, you can rest assured that when you apply for a job through FlexJobs, you’re not going to be the victim of a scam.

Also, signing up to be a member gets you more help with your job searches, such as career advising and résumé review.

Browse all the job openings that come up when you use the search term “typing.”

2. Capital Typing

Capital Typing, as its name suggests, began as a data entry and transcription service provider but now offers a wide range of services from bookkeeping to BPO, office admin, market research, translation, and a whole lot more.

Bookmark their Jobs page and check back often to know what positions they’re currently offering.

3. Tigerfish

This transcription company has been in business since 1989 and accepts applicants from the US.

The job involves transcribing audio files. You’d need to pass a test and use their software once accepted for this online typing job.

There are currently no job openings available, but keep their Applicants page in your bookmarks and look at it once in a while.

4. Kendall Creek Communications

This Montana-based company provides quick, accurate transcripts to Court Reporting Agencies and government agencies, as well as private companies such as financial institutions and legal firms.

Pay rates vary with the type of work, client, turnaround time, and the quality of the output, but the average pay for general legal transcription jobs ranges from $1.25 per page to $2 per double-spaced page.

This page details the application process as well as what to expect.

Scribie accepts transcriptionists from around the world and pays $5 to $25 per audio hour.

You have total control over which projects to work on and when to pick assignments. Every 6-minute (or less) audio file has a 2-hour turnaround time.

If you complete 3 hours within a given month, you earn an additional $5.

When you get to complete a certain number of assignments, you’ll have opportunities for advancement as a transcription Reviewer up to a Proofreader, which allows you to earn more.

6. AccuTran Global

This Canada-based data entry company hires people from the UK, US, and Canada.

They pay a starting rate of $0.004/word for entry-level transcriptionists and up to $0.0055/word and a bit higher for legal or foreign-language audio (at $0.0066/word).

7. e-Typist.com

Known for providing legal virtual assistants and legal transcriptionists, e-typist occasionally hires “virtual paralegals.”

You’ll need to have your own computer with Windows operating system, as well as your own foot pedal.

They’re currently looking for legal transcriptionists and court transcriptionists to type up recordings and format them into legal documents, memos, letters, notes, and any other document required.

8. Quicktate and iDictate

Quicktate transcribes voicemail messages, recordings of conference calls, and other audio files, while iDictate transcribes all kinds of files.

Both companies look for data entry operators and transcriptionists and pay on a per-word basis. Expect to get 1 cent per 4 words (Quicktate) or 1 cent per 2 words (iDictate).

The downside to sending your application here is that you’ll need to pay for your own background check (that’s $20), but if you become a worker from either Quicktate or iDictate, you can check out tasks for both providers.

9. DataPlus

DataPlus+ provides BPO and data entry services to their clients, and they currently have openings for data entry clerks, mail and document handling clerks, and administrative personnel.

The Georgia-based company hires independent contractors who can perform accurate, work-from-home typing jobs.

They don’t have a page for applications, but you can inquire about their job openings by sending an email to info [at] dataplus-svc [dot] com.

10. Axion Data Entry Services

This company is one of the more popular data service providers around.

While slots for contractors rarely open up, those with 2 to 3 years of data entry experience and type 50 words per minute with high accuracy have a good chance to get hired.

Depending on the project, Axion pays its workers either on a per-project or per-page basis.

Unfortunately, Axion does require a fee to get included in their newsletter for future openings, but the actual jobs are real and definitely pay.

Find out more on their Employment page .

11. Speechpad

Speechpad offers several types of work-from-home typing jobs, including data entry, transcription, captioning, translation, and reviewing (quality assurance).

Transcribing short audio files is paid $.40-$.50 for each audio minute completed.

Speechpad accepts people new to home-based work and pays its workers every two weeks via PayPal.

Right now, Speechpad isn’t accepting workers, but check back on their application page from time to time to be the first to find out for any new openings.

12. SpeakWrite

If you are from either Canada or the United States (except California), have experience in legal or general transcription, and are willing to undergo federal, state, and local background checks, then SpeakWrite may just be the company for you.

They have thousands of clients in a wide range of industries from government and law enforcement to IT and other fields.

Most workers earn an average of $450+, but the top earners take home up to $3,400 or more.

Read more about their requirements and fill out the application form here .

13. Cyber Dictate

Continental US-based experienced transcribers looking for work-from-home typing jobs should check out Cyber Dictate.

Qualifications are higher than those of other companies. You’d need to have 3 years of legal experience within the past 5 to 7 years and type at a minimum of 85 words per minute.

Transcribers also need to have an existing headset, foot pedal, and transcription software.

14. Aberdeen Broadcasting Services

Aberdeen Broadcast Services provides closed captioning, transcoding, and broadcast distribution, as well as translation, dubbing, and subtitling services.

The company hires different work-from-home employees for a wide range of jobs, including real-time captioners, caption editors, and so on.

Pay depends on the position. For instance, transcribers earn $1/audio minute, real-time captioners earn up to $75/hour, and caption editors earn from $14 to $18 an hour.

15. SigTrack

SigTrack offers something unique – US-based workers (except for residents of California or Massachusetts) process petitions of voters, which means the job will only be available during petition season.

Pay is around 3.7 cents per piece entered, but the company requires that you maintain 98% accuracy and review other people’s work.

Payment is sent weekly via PayPal.

Yup, the Xerox we all know is one of the best companies if you’re looking for flexible work.

The company opens virtual positions, including data entry specialists, regularly.

Competition is fierce, so this would be more ideal for people with experience.

17. Transcribe Me

This company accepts workers from around the world.

Even beginners are accepted, but you must pass the training course before you are given paid work.

Pay, which is sent via PayPal, is around $20 per audio hour transcribed.

As a captioner for Rev.com, you add texts as captions for TV shows, movies, and other video content.

The company accepts anyone, no matter the age or country of origin, as long as work is accurately captioned.

Rates depend on experience and output, but Rev captioners make an average of $240/month.

19. Casting Words

This company accepts beginner contractors, who are willing to transcribe files with varying qualities of audio.

The pay reflects the audio quality too! Accurately transcribing a file with poor audio could earn you $1.20/audio minute, while a file with perfect audio has lower rates ($.60 per audio minute).

Iyuno is the world’s longest-standing, largest, and leading provider of dubbing and subtitling services through its global network of resources in over 24 countries.

If you know more than 2 languages, they provide plenty of freelance translation opportunities you can do from home.

21. Scribe America

If you have a medical background or studying to go into the medical field, this opportunity might be of great interest to you.

Medical scribes are professionals who work with physicians to transcribe information during clinical visits into electronic health records (EHRs).

Scribe America is currently hiring medical scribes who work remotely, called telescribes. You’d need to have a typing speed of at least 50 wpm, your own computer, reliable wi-fi, and the ability to take at least 2 shifts a week, with shifts ranging from 8 hours to 12 hours long.

22. ExamWorks

This is another opportunity for those with a medical background.

ExamWorks provides independent medical examinations, peer reviews, and bill reviews. They also provide document management and medical record retrieval.

They are currently hiring data entry associates tasked to enter data from source documents into the proper system database. They are also in charge of verifying that the data matches that of the source document and securing the information by backing up the database periodically, all while adhering to HIPAA.

23. 3Play Media

This Boston-based company is always looking for transcriptionists. They offer both full-time and freelance work, so apply based on your current situation.

Freelancers can choose to become an English transcriptionist, Spanish transcriptionist, or English voice writer. To join, you must be at least 18 years old and reside in the United States.

24. ModSquad

If you’ve had customer service experience in the past, you can apply as a live chat operator, or customer service representative.

ModSquad offers remote jobs, so you can perform the role totally from the comfort of your own homes.

General chat agents begin earning $12/hour, but if you have a specialization (legal, tech support, health, etc.), you are likely to earn more.

25. Babbletype

Babbletype is always looking for people to handle their transcription services — PureSpeech, PureText and PureResponse.

As an audio-to-text transcriptionist at Babbletype, you can earn up to $23/hour.

Babbletype ONLY accepts applicants who are current or past long-term residents of the United States (except for California), Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia or New Zealand.

26. Amberscript

You can apply to be a transcriber, captioner, translator, and other online typing roles at Amberscript.

What’s great about Amberscript jobs is that freelancers have control over their work hours. They can pick from projects available on their dashboards.

Do note that in order to join the Amberscript team, you’ll first need to complete an online transcription course.

Earning varies completely, but they jobs are paid per audio/video minute.

Other Places to Find Online Typing Jobs

Aside from these legit sources of work-from-home typing jobs, you can also check out numerous opportunities on sites like Fiverr , Clickworker , Amazon’s Mechanical Turk , Upwork , and other micro-job and freelancing boards.

The usual typing jobs you’ll encounter include typing text from images, PDF files, or hard copy documents into a Word or text document.

You can also find a specific niche, if you’re skilled to do the job. For example:

• bookkeeping
• editing ( EditFast or  Scribendi )
• translating from English to other languages and vice versa

Making a Living with Online Typing Jobs

If you’re just starting out as a home-based worker, the first thing you should do is to compute your monthly expenses and decide on a livable wage you must reach.

Understanding this will help you plan your online career, or even help you decide if this path is truly ideal for you.

Like traditional jobs, these online typing jobs can make or break your finances.

If you land a full-time job with competitive rates (that equal or is more than your personal, livable wage), then you’re lucky. For most people who work from home, working on multiple data entry or transcription companies could do the trick.

But if typing jobs don’t work out, feel free to explore my massive list of 100 legitimate work at home jobs to find the right one for you.

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15 Typing Jobs From Home

Legit online typing jobs you can start today working from home.

This is the best guide you’ll find about work-from-home typing jobs .

I’ve been successfully earning a living online for several years myself, and have researched typing jobs extensively.

If you want to:

• Find legit online jobs that pay (up to $95,000 per year!)
• Make money with your typing skills
• Learn to type faster so you can earn more
• See the many different typing jobs you can do

Then you’ve come to the right place.

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What is a typing job?

A typing job is any job that pays you to type.

Typing may be the main skill required to do the job, or a crucial part of it.

We’ll cover 15 kinds of typing jobs in this article:

Data Entry Work

Virtual assistant, online chat jobs, community moderator, freelance writer, blog writer, transcription, translation, proofreader, ghostwriting, brand name suggestions.

Many of these typing jobs can be done on your own schedule and you can easily work from home. They’re ideal if you’re not looking for full-time work, if you have fast internet access and can type quickly ( or learn to ).

🤑 How much can I earn from a typing job?

You can earn anything from $1 per hour to $95,000 per year.

It very much depends on what kind of typing work you’re doing.

• For jobs that don’t require any experience or a degree or certification, the pay will be significantly lower than specialised typing work. 
• Typing jobs can net you anything from as low as a few cents for micro tasks to as high as $95,000 per year for editing ( source ).

What kind of typing jobs can you do from home?

This is probably the easiest kind of job you can do from home.

Data entry jobs from home may require you to:

• Add information to a spreadsheet
• Enter data into a company’s computer system
• Verify and correct data
• Do some basic research
• Or other micro tasks such as typing up receipts

The median hourly wage for data entry work is around $16.10 , according to US government statistics .

Though the pay depends on the company you’re working for. Working online as a self-employed data entry specialist usually comes with a lower rate.

$12 to $15 per hour is a decent rate for doing this kind of online work .

Do good work and you could land further opportunities with clients. Data entry skills can transfer to many other typing jobs that could enable you to raise your rates.

Where can I find online data entry jobs?

The three best sites for this:

See more options and tips for data entry work .

Being a virtual assistant (VA) can involve tasks like:

• Writing up blog posts
• Administrative work
• Social media management

As a VA it is your job to help your client with tasks they’d rather not do themselves. The sheer variety of tasks is often what is most inviting about this type of work from home job.

If you can offer various other services, like combining social media management with good customer service or understand newsletter optimization, then you can expect to earn more.

The average Virtual Assistant earns $19 per hour , according to ZipRecruiter . 

Virtual Assistants can however earn much more if they have their own freelance business and do not go through third-party companies for their gigs.

Fiona here is a good example…

• Freelance Virtual Assistant
• $7,000 monthly revenue
• See how Fiona built her VA business
• Check out the best virtual assistant courses

A home computer with high-speed internet access is the default requirement for a position like this.

Where can I find virtual assistant jobs?

• Delegate Solutions
• Fancy Hands
• VaVa Virtual Assistants
• Vicky Virtual

This can be the perfect typing job for customer-focused people looking to work from home.

Live chat agents help answer customers’ questions through online text chat. This type of work can be full time or part time, and chat agents earn $15 an hour on average ( source ).

This online job requires knowledge of the company you’re working for as you will be responsible for answering questions about them. While some companies want you to have technical expertise to do this kind of work, many just want general agents with quick and accurate typing skills. Therefore this may be the ideal entry level job for you.

Where can I find online chat jobs?

• Indeed ( review )
• Misfits Market
• Remote.co ( review )
• SimplyHired
• The Chat Shop

See more options and tips for online chat jobs.

Think of companies that have their own:

• Facebook Groups
• Private message boards
• Big audiences on social media

Many of those companies need moderators to help run those communities.

A home based moderator (like you) ensures that the rules are being followed within the community. They are also there to act as a support for any questions and queries that may arise from users.

The national average for this type of work at home job is $19 per hour , according to ZipRecruiter . Apart from basic computer know-how, moderators must also be patient and good at mediating when something goes wrong.

Where can I find community moderator jobs?

• Cloudworkers
• The Social Element

Freelance writers create content for all types of businesses.

It is one of the higher-paying typing jobs.

Types of projects you might tackle as a freelance writer include:

• News pieces
• Sales pages
• Video scripts
• Research documents
• Email newsletters

Despite being offline, traditional newspapers may also hire freelance writers for the online editions of their paper.

Freelance writers can make anywhere from a few hundred to thousands of dollars a month depending on their clients and experience. On average, freelance writers make around $30 per hour ( source ).

Due to the freelance nature of this type of work and the ability to take on multiple projects while working from home, it is seen as a solid way to earn an extra income. 

Carrie here has done quite well as a freelance writer…

Carrie Dagenhard

• Freelance Writer and Content Strategist
• $67k – $91k estimated annual income

Where can I find online writing jobs?

• Content Writing Jobs
• Remotive ( review )
• Workew ( review )

As a blog writer , you research, write and edit blog posts for a company’s online website or for specific clients like an author or coach. You can do all of this work at home, and many bloggers have been home-based for their entire careers.

How much a blogger makes depends on many factors, such as:

• The companies they are working for
• The quality of their work
• The speed at which they can turnaround freelance jobs

Bloggers earn an average of $36 per hour , according to ZipRecruiter .

If you have other skills such as Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) and/or social media expertise you are more likely to earn even more from this kind of typing job. 

It is recommended that you have your own blog to showcase your work and writing skills to future clients.

Where can I find blogging jobs?

Transcribers listen to audio recordings and type what they hear. Podcast transcripts are a prime example of the type of work transcribers produce.

For this job you need solid internet access and great hearing. A good typist, with a high typing speed and low error rate will stand out. 

For transcription jobs, the average pay is $28 per hour ( source ).

However, most transcription jobs pay per audio hour completed. This means that you are paid for each hour of audio that you transcribe not by the hours that you work. The industry standard is that it takes four hours of transcription time for one hour of clear audio ( source ).

You can increase your rate of pay by being a quick and efficient transcriptionist. A foot pedal is recommended to speed up the process ( more on that here ).

• Tips on how you can learn to type faster

4 Types of Professional Transcriptionists

• General Transcriptionists May cover tasks like typing out simple voicemails, phone calls or memos. This home job is suitable for those who are just starting out, as a way to gain experience in a variety of topics.  
• Medical Transcriptionists Transcribe a medical practitioner’s dictations for their records. This job usually requires AHDI-accredited training or an associate’s degree program, as you must understand medical terms.
• Financial Transcriptionists Transcribe audio to form things like meeting notes, press conference summaries, interim results, and analyst reports.
• Legal Transcription Requires some training and/or experience. Transcribers cover court proceedings, depositions, dictated notes from lawyers, and other sources of legal record.

Where can I find online transcription jobs?

• 3Play Media
• AccuTran Global
• Allegis Transcription
• Appen ( review )
• GMR Transcription
• Go Transcript
• Transcription Hub
• TranscribeMe

Captioners listen to audio files and write out text that will be used to create captions for people who are hard of hearing or who prefer to watch a video with the sound off. This includes the notation of background noises e.g. “[laughing]”, “[car honking]”.

Due to it being a more specialised form of transcription, you can make more money by being a captioner. The average hourly wage for real time captioning is $20 but typically falls between $16 and $24 ( source ).

2 Types of Professional Captioner

• Offline Closed Captioning Involves listening to a prerecorded video file. This can be anything from a recorded lecture to a movie or TV program. Transcription experience is needed for these types of typing jobs.
• Real-Time Captioner This kind of captioner does typed interpretation for the deaf community. So you’d be typing in real-time during a live event. The job requires accurate and very fast typing speeds, as well as specialized stenography equipment. 

Who hires remote captioners?

• CaptioningStar
• National Captioning Institute

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Being a translator requires you to speak two or more languages, as your job would be to translate content between them.

A certification is also required if a job is in the scientific or legal field. 

The content you translate might include: 

• School records
• Marriage certificates
• Legal documents
• Financial reports

Translation jobs can earn an average of $24 per hour ( source ). However, this may depend on the scale of the project and your own expertise in the industry.

As a translator, you must have the ability to take a concept or a nuance in one language and translate it accurately into the new language. Having impeccable comprehension and writing skills is a must.

3 Types of Professional Translators

• Literary Translator Focuses the translation of pieces of literary work such as poems, essays or books. Due to the nature of this intense work and need for deep focus, it is often done from home.
• Technical Translators Work on legal, scientific or technological texts such as user guides. Certification from organizations like The American Translators Association are often necessary.
• Advertising Translation Involves translating a marketing message, usually from one country to another. Therefore it is not enough to know the language but usually the cultural context as well.

Where can I find remote translation jobs?

• Cactus Communications
• Indeed ( tips )
• Keywords Studio

As an editor , it would be your job to look over the content of your clients and improve the flow and readability. You’d be working on such content as:

• News articles
• Recipes 
• Even a whole book

Editors make content easier to read. If the piece is not cohesive they may have to rewrite whole sections to improve the structure of the narrative. Many editors prefer to work from home without distraction.

As this job requires top writing and grammar skills the average pay for editors is $25 an hour , and tops out at $95,000 per year ( source ).

Editors often have strict deadlines, and therefore must have quick and accurate typing skills.

Where can I find a job as an editor?

• Cambridge Proofreading & Editing
• Jobs for Editors

A copywriter creates content that gets the reader to take action. That action might be to buy a product, or sign up for an account.

Copywriters are often hired to create or improve:

• Email sequences
• Landing pages

Copywriters earn an average of $28 an hour , according to ZipRecruiter . If you have SEO skills or advertising experience you are more likely to earn even more from this kind of work. 

Where can I find remote work as a copywriter?

• PeoplePerHour
• We Work Remotely ( review )

What’s the difference between a proofreader and an editor ?

• A proofreader looks over surface errors such as grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• An editor seeks to improve the overall quality of writing by enhancing flow and readability.

Proofreaders may have to look over dissertations, reports and academic papers or receive documents from those who need help with their resume.

Online proofreaders earn around $26 per hour ( source ), though you can earn more or less depending on how much experience you have.

If you are looking for online proofreading jobs, you may need a degree in the relevant field.

Where can I find remote work as a proofreader?

• ProofreadingPal
• ProofReadingServices.com

As a ghostwriter you are not credited on any of the writing that you produce. You create the content but it is published under someone else’s name (usually your client).

You’d be writing such things as:

• Books (or eBooks)
• Articles for companies

This can be quite a lucrative remote job to compensate for you not receiving public recognition for your work. 

Ghostwriters average around $31 per hour , according to ZipRecruiter . However, if you have significant experience and your client is well-known you can expect to earn much more.

Conor Walsh confessed to having “zero experience” when he started freelance ghostwriting, but was quickly able to earn a good income from it…

Conor Walsh

• Freelance Ghostwriter, Content Manager
• $6,100 monthly freelance income

Ghostwriters must have proof that they can ghostwrite which is hard when they don’t have attribution to their content. It is recommended that they have a website with other samples of writing work.

Where can I find remote work as a ghostwriter?

A scopist types out the final transcripts of trials, depositions and other proceedings which were typed onto a steno machine by a court reporter.

Your job as a scopist is to fill in missing words, correct any misspellings and add proper punctuation to the document. Therefore, a command of the language you are typing in is essential.

The average scopist can earn $28 per hour while typing ( source ).

For this kind of remote work you do need some experience as a court reporter. While there is not a degree needed for this position, having some form of training will help with securing a job. 

As you may have to deal with difficult and disturbing cases, this may not be the career for you if you are especially empathetic or sensitive. You can work from home but you do need solid Internet access and specialist software such as CATalyst . 

Where can I find work as a scopist?

• Scopists.com
• By connecting with court reporters directly

This is where you make up brand names and hope that they are chosen by new companies. If one of your names is chosen, you get paid.

Winners from these kinds of contests can make hundreds of dollars depending on the company. 

Squadhelp , for example, hosts naming contests. The prize money for these can be substantial…

Stella Squadhelp

• Branding & Identity Creative at Squadhelp
• $100 – $500 per contest won

It is encouraged to submit suggestions to multiple contests to increase your chances of winning.

Where can I suggest brand names?

• Naming Force
• Slogan Slingers
• SquadHelp ( review )

⌨️ How can I learn to type faster?

Some jobs, such as transcription or data entry may require you to have a certain typing speed before they hire you. A good typing speed of between 50 to 80 words per minute (WPM) will help you stand out. 

• Find out your typing speed with this quick test

To increase your chances at getting typist work from clients, it is worth training your fingers to increase your typing speed.

Some tips below for doing that…

Take typing lessons

These free lessons from KeyBr can help you learn exactly where the buttons are positioned on a keyboard so you don’t have to look down while you’re typing.

This is called “touch typing” and you really should learn it if you’re serious about earning money by typing.

Practice with KeyBr every day to increase your WPM rate.

You could also get the classic typing program, Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing .

Challenge yourself everyday

Try to type more words every day. If you begin by typing 50 words, try to increase it to 100 the next day, 150 the following day and so forth.

Take typing tests

You can take regular typing tests on websites such as Key Hero to improve your WPM. As you try to beat your score, you will naturally learn to type faster.

Play video games

There are many computer games that have been specifically created to improve your typing ability. The more popular ones include:

• Typing.com Typing Games
• Secret Of Qwerty
• Epistory – Typing Chronicles

What personal skills do I need to be a typist?

The two main traits needed for these types of work from home jobs:

• Having good hearing
• The ability to type fast

For jobs focused on creative writing or editing , outstanding grammar, spelling and punctuation skills are much sought after. However, often there is no additional investment or qualification needed. 

💻 What equipment do I need?

You cannot do any online typing job without a computer and a keyboard. (Sorry, your smartphone or an iPad isn’t good enough!)

For some work at home jobs like audio transcription, a foot pedal will greatly increase your working speed, as well as quality headphones.

(FYI, a foot pedal lets you pause, rewind, and fast forward audio recordings with your feet. This keeps your hands focused on typing so you can transcribe faster.)

High-speed internet is also a must and you may want to invest in specialised software such as StenoCAT for Scopists .

Remember: investing in tools that speed up your workflow will leave you better off financially in the long-run.

Where else can I find online jobs?

Check out these resources:

• List of best remote job boards
• Typing jobs you can do at home
• Work from home chat jobs
• Data entry jobs
• Other ways to find work-from-home jobs

Are work-from-home typing jobs right for you?

If you’re a good typist, skilled at writing and/or have good hearing then it’s worth considering these types of typing jobs . 

Even if you’re a slow typist now, there are many free resources you can practice with to improve your WPM speed. With perseverance, it can be an enjoyable and worthwhile way to make a living. 

💬 Need help getting started?

Let us know in the comments below if you have any more questions about online typing jobs.

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Doing typing work from home is a great way to make a living without having to invest any money. All that is required is a computer, some free time, and some hard work and determination. This type of job is excellent for those who are willing to work from home and can be managed remotely . A few advantages of online typing jobs are:

• Flexible working hours.
• No age, gender, qualification or eligibility bar.
• You can apply for the job as per your own convenience.
• You can work in your comfort zone with no rules & regulations to follow.

That being said, transcription jobs or online typing jobs can be a difficult endeavor to get started in if you don’t know which companies are legit and are hiring. With all the options available now, trying to make a career as a writer can feel overwhelming.

But the fact is that there are so many places you could look to for legitimate online typing jobs — especially now that most writing can take place online.

You may ask yourself, “Which company should I work for?” or “Is one site better than another?” That’s what we’re going to explore today.

How To Find Online Typing Jobs

Freelancing platforms like Upwork and Fiverr are a convenient way to search for writing assignments and non-phone work from home jobs . If you have a specialization – like you have a culinary degree and can write food recipes and tutorials, or you’re a music enthusiast with a deep knowledge of music history and trends – try to contact online publications that specialize in these topics. They’re always on the lookout for writers who have a deep understanding of the subject matter.

One of the most challenging parts of data entry jobs from home or typing gigs is finding people that’ll pay you to do it.

Based on our research, one site that has been a good place to start is Writing Jobs . They’ve been around for a while and have been featured on Entrepreneur, MSNBC, and Yahoo News. When you go on their site, you just give them your email and some other information and they match you up with large corporations who are looking for writers.

But that’s not the only legitimate online writing job, let’s examine 28 of the best online writing jobs available today that allow you to work from home .

28 Legit Work From Home Typing Jobs

1. bloggingpro.

If you like to write blog posts, BloggingPro may be the place for you! The website promotes that their job boards are “updated daily, with fresh paid blogging jobs”. The job boards are free to access, and applying to these jobs is simple. You click on the job you’re interested in, click apply to this job, and you are taken to the website of the company hosting that job. This site is merely a job board; payment is processed through each individual client.

• Official site: BloggingPro
• Apply: https://www.bloggingpro.com/archives/category/jobs/

2. Constant-Content

Constant-Content has over 100,000 writers and thousands of job opportunities. Like the sites above, everything is flexible and made to work around your schedule. You set your own price and find clients at the touch of a button. If you want to write for them, you create an account, take and pass a quiz, and provide a short sample. In order to get paid, you must earn at least $5.00. Payments are rendered the first week of every month.

• Official site: Constant-Content
• Apply: https://www.constant-content.com/area/registerauthor.htm

3. ProBlogger

Not to be confused with the aforementioned BloggingPro. ProBlogger is made for freelancers, and their credentials for writing for them are legitimate. In order to write for ProBlogger, you must sign up on METRO, and take and pass an English Comprehension Assessment, with a Comprehension Credential Level III. You must then take the English General Writer Assessment. It sounds like a lot of work, but if you want a good writing job, working hard to get that job will be worth it!

• Official site: ProBlogger
• Apply: https://problogger.com/jobs/

4. Writing Jobs Online

At Writing Jobs Online you are able to write conveniently at home, work at flexible hours, set your own schedule, spend more time with your family and friends, and get a nice big fat paycheck at the end of the month. They work with big network partners to bring you fresh and creative opportunities to get writing jobs online. This writing company has been featured on sites like MSNBC, Entrepreneur, About.com, Yahoo, and more. This is a perfect opportunity for freelance writers and just about anybody who can write that just don’t have time for a commute to a dead end, part-time job . Or, for anyone who wants to sit in their pajamas and work at home. You can earn up to $30-$120 per hour and get paid up to $50 per article.

You can make extra cash by providing written content to thousands of their partners that need them for their websites, blogs, books, magazines, marketing materials and many more. These are just some of the ways you can make money with their online writing jobs and strategic partnerships with major corporations.

• Official site: https://paidonlinewritingjobs.com/
• Apply https://paidonlinewritingjobs.com/

Upwork is a website for freelancers to easily find typing jobs. With a basic account, you are given 60 connects every month, which you use to submit proposals. The jobs are in Entry-Level, Intermediate, and Expert levels, but you can apply for any job you want. If the client accepts your proposal, you are offered a contract, either hourly or at a fixed price, and once the job is completed, you get paid! It is very simple and easy to use.

• Official site: https://www.upwork.com/
• Apply: https://www.upwork.com/ab/discover/

6. FlexJobs

FlexJobs has jobs in 50+ categories! Everything you do is according to your time. They have full-time and part-time jobs; they’re very flexible (hence the company name). They have successfully helped people find jobs for over 10 years, and are considered the biggest site for “curated remote and flexible jobs”. You can view job listings for free, but to apply, you have to pay. Subscriptions are $14.95 monthly, $29.95 quarterly, or $49.95 yearly. For good, flexible jobs, it may benefit to pay!

• Official site: https://www.flexjobs.com/
• Apply: https://www.flexjobs.com/jobs/new

7. Lionbridge (The Smart Crowd)

Lionbridge is a successful company providing work from home opportunities to many people from the last 20 years. It is associated with global market leaders like Nokia, Pearson, Motorola, Samsung, Rolls Royce, etc. You need not worry about your work obligations as it provides you with tasks that match your skills and talents as stated by you.

Well, now that you know about the top companies that hire work-from-home employees for online data entry jobs, you should also learn about the basic skills and traits that are required for these jobs in order to earn a lucrative amount.

• Official site:  https://thesmartcrowd.lionbridge.com/Home/NewSignup
• Apply:  https://thesmartcrowd.lionbridge.com/Home/NewSignup

8. AccuTran Global

AccuTran Global is a company that provides transcription services to clients around the world using remote workers in North America.

• Official site:  http://accutranglobal.com/
• Apply:  http://accutranglobal.com/  (Under “Work with Us”)

This website transcription services and data entry to its customers. Working for Scribie is easy if you have excellent communication skills and a strong command of the American, Indian, Australian, and British accents. You are allowed to choose your own job profile and work according to your time. The minimum salary that you may get is $5 per hour that can also be increased to $25 per hour for an audio recording as per the quality of your work.

• Official site:  https://scribie.com/
• Apply:  https://scribie.com/freelance-transcription#intro

10. Speechpad

Speechpad provides services for captioning video, including subtitles and closed captions. The website’s transcription services cover a wide range of industries.

• Official site:  https://www.speechpad.com/
• Apply:  https://www.speechpad.com/worker/apply

11. Get Transcribed

This transcription service is best for beginners who need experience, as the pay is well below average. If you are just getting started in the transcription hustle, start here.

• Official site:  https://www.facebook.com/gettranscribed
• Apply:  https://www.facebook.com/gettranscribed

12. Clickworker

Clickworker includes many tasks like data categorization, mystery photography, app testing , web research, survey, data entry, etc. After getting registered with the site, you will be assigned with work as per your skills and qualification.

You will be given more responsibilities if the quality of work delivered by you is excellent. There are no fixed working hours; thus, you can work as per your choice. You will either get paid monthly or weekly.

• Official site:  https://www.clickworker.com/
• Apply:  https://www.clickworker.com/clickworker/?customer=false

13. SpeakWrite

SpeakWrite is a transcription and dictation service since 1997. They specialize in Legal Transcription, Law Enforcement Transcription, Protective Service and Business Transcription services.

• Official site:  https://speakwrite.com/
• Apply:  https://speakwrite.com/transcription-jobs/

14. Cyber Dictate

For over a decade, CyberDictate has been a nationally recognized source for online legal administrative support and has even been highlighted on NBC’s The Today Show by Al Roker and Jean Chatzky. They are based in metro Austin, Texas and utilize U.S.- based transcriptionists. If you’re in the US and want to specialize in providing professional transcription services to legal, insurance and law enforcement/protective services industry professionals throughout the United States, apply here.

• Official site:  http://www.cyberdictate.com/
• Apply:  http://www.cyberdictate.com/about-us/employment/

15. Transcribe Me

At TranscribeMe you can transcribe whenever and wherever you want. You can work as much or as little as you like. The website’s platform is very modern and worth looking into for transcription gigs.

• Official site:  https://transcribeme.com/
• Apply:  https://workhub.transcribeme.com/Account/Register

16. Gotranscript

Gotranscript provides an opportunity for skilled people to transcription from home to earn a good amount of money. It gives you work as per your choice and provides time flexibility. You can earn on an average $150 per month. The top skilled work-from-home employees have also been able to earn a maximum of $1215 per month.

• Official site: https://gotranscript.com/
• Apply: https://gotranscript.com/transcription-jobs

17. Rev.com

Rev.com is a website that uses a traditional method and hires skilled locals for getting its work done. It requires you to be updated with technological advancements so that you can provide quality and valuable services to the customers. You may earn a maximum up to $1 per minute as per the job profile selected by you. It is one of the top 100 companies offering work-from-home jobs as stated by REALSIMPLE magazine.

• Official site:  https://www.rev.com/
• Apply:  https://www.rev.com/freelancers/captions

18. DionData Solutions

DionData Solutions is a US-based company which dedicatedly works round-the-clock to satisfy all the requirements specified by its clients. It doesn’t only hire US citizens but people from many other countries to do data entry job from home. To get hired in this company for data entry job, you just need to have an average writing speed of 50 WPM and good computer knowledge. If you visit the website of this company, it is clearly written that it does not hire anyone through social networking sites.

• Official site:   http://www.diondatasolutions.net/
• Apply:  http://www.diondatasolutions.net/opportunities.htm

19. Birch Creek Communications

Birch Creek Communications is a US-based corporation that hires job seekers and pays as per the accuracy of the work done. It provides outstanding research, competitive intelligence, transcription services, and data entry. The more accurate work you submit, the more you will get a payment. You may work as per your wish but maximum job options are available from Monday to Friday during the corporate working hours.

• Official site:  http://birchcreekcommunications.com/3801.html
• Apply:  http://birchcreekcommunications.com/3894/index.html

20. Nuance Transcription Services

Nuance offers it’s transcribers more benefits than most companies. Along with the opportunity to be a member of the Nuance team and a key player in a forward thinking industry leader, Nuance Transcription Services offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to its employees. The following is a general list of benefits:

• Competitive line rates
• Shift Differentials
• Flexible schedules
• Paid Time Off and holiday premium pay
• Direct deposit
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Prescription drug benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Official site:  http://www.nuance-nts.com/
• Apply:  http://www.nuance-nts.com/job-search.asp

21. Aberdeen Captioning

To work at Aberdeen Captioning you must have excellent knowledge of English grammer, especially English punctation. You’re main duty would be transcribing video clips for broadcast programming on a freelance/subcontract basis. It is a contracted work from home position.

• Official site:  https://www.abercap.com/
• Apply:  https://www.abercap.com/careers/

22. Amazon’s Mechanical Turk

Amazon Mechanical Turk (MTurk) is a crowdsourcing marketplace that makes it easier for individuals and businesses to outsource their processes and jobs to a distributed workforce who can perform these tasks virtually. This could include anything from conducting simple data validation and research to more subjective tasks like survey participation, content moderation, and more. MTurk enables companies to harness the collective intelligence, skills, and insights from a global workforce to streamline business processes, augment data collection and analysis, and accelerate machine learning development.

• Official site:  https://www.mturk.com/
• Apply:  https://www.mturk.com/mturk/welcome

23. e-Typist.com

E-typist leads the other legal transcription companies in the USA with high quality, affordable dictation services. You can work here as a dedicated typists and virtual legal secretaries for law firms.

• Official site:  http://www.e-typist.com/
• Apply:  http://www.e-typist.com/Employment_work_at_home-dictation-service.htm

24. DataPlus +

DataPlus + has a very outdated website, but they have been around providing data entry services since 1992.

• Official site:  http://www.dataplus-svc.com/
• Apply:  http://www.dataplus-svc.com/contact.htm

25. SigTrack

Sigtrack is a database application that links grassroots campaigns with crowdsourced data entry freelancers.

• Official site:  http://sigtrack.net/
• Apply:  http://sigtrack.net/get-started/

26. Quicktate

Quicktate transcribes voicemail messages, memos, letters, legal files, medical files, recordings of phone calls, conference calls and other audio files. Quicktate also audits, summarizes, evaluates and analyzes audio recordings and phone conversations. Some audio files, like voicemail messages, may average just 2-3 minutes in length, while other recordings may be significantly longer, perhaps several hours.

• Official site:  http://typists.quicktate.com/
• Apply:  http://typists.quicktate.com/transcribers/signup

27. Casting Words

At Casting Words you can transcribe, edit, and complete other short jobs online, at your own pace. Work as much or as little as you want, when you want. No fees, no scams – they pay you, you don’t pay them.

• Official site:  https://workers.castingwords.com/
• Apply:  https://workers.castingwords.com/turkers/index

28. Tigerfish

Tigerfish has been a leader in transcription services for over 20 years. If you are a quick typist with a good ear for language and a strong sense of written English, transcribing for Tigerfish can be a way to earn money while working at home (or on the road) with a flexible schedule.

Many transcribers have been with Tigerfish for more than a decade. These include stay-at-home parents, artists and writers pursuing creative projects, and people working from abroad as they travel.

• Official site:  https://tigerfish.com/
• Apply:   http://tigerfish.com/applicants/

How To Be a Successful Freelancer?

Let’s face it: there are thousands of writers out there. So to stand out among a sea of applicants, develop unique skills. Some examples of popular skills are:

• Knowledge of keywords and search engine optimization
• Social media and content marketing
• Simple layout or graphic design skills
• Proofreading and copyediting skills
• Transcription and translation

These are all different ways to get an edge over other writers and increase your chances to get paid to write articles online. Plus, it opens out other ways to earn money. Aside from simple articles and blog posts, you can now edit ebooks, make simple social media images or brochures, or work with a developer to build website pages. Your opportunities to earn expand.

Top Skills and Personal Traits Required for Typing Jobs from Home

In order to be successful for work at home typing jobs or other data entry jobs, you’ll want to make sure you brush up on the following skills:

Communication Skills

You need to be very clear when communicating with your employer about the payment, length of work, quality of work, the deadline of completion of the work, penalty changes, etc. This will help you get a clear understanding of the work and requirements of your client.

Literary Skills

As data entry jobs include many micro-task like copywriting, proofreading, editing, form filling, formatting, etc., one should have good literary skills. Thus, to improve the quality of your work and earn more, you need to enhance your vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension skills.  

Ability to Endure in Difficult Situations

Many times, you may come across difficult circumstances while doing the data entry job. However, you should have the ability to survive those situations rather than succumbing to them. So, in order to get hired for a data entry job, you need to be patient and know how to handle every situation with ease.

Computer Knowledge

The most basic as well as an important requirement when you apply for the job be it offline/online work from home is to have good knowledge of basics of computers like MS office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. You should also be well-versed with the latest happenings in the computer world.

Organization

Working from home needs you to organize your schedule and perform the daily chores along with online applied tasks to earn maximum money. A good organization will help you in completing your household work on time and then get started with the data entry job.

Typing Speed

The average typing speed required for a data entry job is 25 WPM which many people generally have when they apply for data entry jobs from home. But, if you want to earn more, then you will have to increase the typing speed up to 60 WPM.

So, these were all a few basic skills and personal traits that a person needs to have when applying for the data entry job. So, if you feel that you are a good fit for this job, then you can apply for these companies listed above. If you get hired, you can do different types of data entry jobs from which you may select any to earn as per your skills.

What Are the Different Types of Online Typing Jobs?

There are a lot of different types of  online jobs  that relate to data entry. You may be wondering about the different types of data entry jobs? You can see some of the most popular data entry jobs below:

• Doing a survey of the websites or  market research companies
• Micro jobs like entering captcha, captioning, etc.
• Basic typing jobs, data entering, data cleaning, etc.
• Medical transcription
• Writing content for websites like articles, advertisements, etc.
• Copywriting
• Proofreading
• Inventory, payroll, etc. data entry job for hospitals and municipal records.
• Medical Coding
• Email writing
• Filling a form
• Converting file from image to text form or audio to text form

The Best Part of Typing Jobs: Flexibility

By being able to work from home, you can get paid for being a typist or other different types of typing jobs. By now, you must have got to know about the top 28 websites that offer high-paying typing jobs for work-from-home employees.

You have also got to know about different skills you need to improve to earn more by sitting at home. So, are you ready to  earn extra money  and improve your lifestyle? If yes, then get registered with any one of the websites mentioned above and start earning.

While one of the best things about getting paid to write articles online is its extreme flexibility, it’s important for new writers to develop discipline and writing speed. The only way to do that is to write every day without fail. Set aside a specific time and place. Train yourself to write even if you’re not in the mood or if you’re tired. That way, when you finally get a writing job, you know you can deliver the project.

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Legitimate work-from-home typing jobs (that pay more than data entry jobs)

If you’re good at typing, there are a lot of work-from-home jobs that pay more than data entry. This guide will help you secure those jobs so you can start earning good money quickly.

Preparing for these jobs

A good thing about most work from home typing jobs is that you don’t need any specific qualifications to land them, just some experience and preparation.

Test your typing speed and accuracy

In the typing world, speed and accuracy are key qualifications. Luckily, there are many tests you can take online such as:

• Typing.com Test
• Typing Academy Test
• LiveChat Typing Test

The average speed for professional typists range from 50 WPM (words per minute) to 80 WPM. If your score falls short of these averages, keep practicing. It’s also important to note that speed isn’t everything—aim for accuracy as well.

Build a portfolio

A portfolio can be as simple as a bunch of links you keep privately, and then send out when you’re pitching work. It can also be more detailed like Caitlin Reid on Clippings or Jake Bleiberg on Clippings .

To start a portfolio, gather examples of the best work you’ve done and get them into a document or spreadsheet. You can liven it up with pictures or art if you’d like, but the important part is the work. If you haven’t written anything online yet, you can start for free by writing posts on LinkedIn blogging and Medium , or posting on your own social media accounts.

Build a presence online

Make sure you’re easy to find online. In specific, you need:

• A personal website : Tools like WordPress or Carrd streamline the process for you.
• Active social media profiles : Platforms like LinkedIn or Twitter are well-built for writing.

Make sure your profiles are filled out properly so people know what kind of work you offer.

19 different kinds of work-from-home typing jobs

Not sure what kind of typing job you might be suited for? Here are 19 different kinds of roles you can take on with typing skills.

For each job, we’ve highlighted:

• What kind of work it is.
• The pay range.
• Additional skills or experience you’ll need beyond just typing quickly and accurately.

1 - Ghostwriting

What it is : Ghostwriting involves writing a variety of content (usually blogs or press releases) for executives, companies, or public figures. An important thing to note is that this kind of content doesn’t get published under your name, hence the name “ghost” writing.

Pay range : From $15 to $45+ per hour.

Additional skills beyond typing : Ghostwriting gigs require you to write things as if you were someone else, so make sure you know how to embody someone else’s tone and style.

2 - Blogging

What it is : Blogging is an interesting work-from-home writing gig because it allows you to write on a wide range of topics. You can pitch to write for someone else’s blog, or start your own and monetize it through sponsored posts or advertisements.

Pay range : Anywhere from $50 to $1,000+ per article depending on length and required expertise.

Additional skills beyond typing : Blogging requires subject matter expertise or research skills. You’ll also have to be familiar with content management systems (CMS).

3 - Newsletter writing

What it is : Like blogs, you can write content on someone else’s behalf—this time in newsletter format. You’ll also have to find engaging ways to interact with the community you build.

Pay range : Similar rates to blogging.

Additional skills beyond typing : Ideally, you’ll know how to use various newsletter platforms (like Mailchimp or Substack ), and how to write for a specific audience.

4 - Social media copywriter

What it is : As a social media copywriter, you’ll write posts for various social media platforms on your client’s behalf.

Pay range : Anywhere from $15 to $100+ per hour.

Additional skills beyond typing : It helps to know how to write across different social media platforms, and the unique intricacies of each. You’ll also have to know different ways people like to engage on different platforms (for example: conversations on LinkedIn or hashtags on Twitter).

5 - Ad copywriter

What it is : An ad copywriter is responsible for writing out words, slogans, and scripts a company uses for advertising.

Pay range : Anywhere from $20 to $100+ per hour depending on experience and past results.

Additional skills beyond typing : You need to have incredibly concise writing and motivate people with as few words as possible. These skills can translate into many other copywriting jobs.

6 - Landing page copywriter

What it is : A landing page copywriter will focus on writing out copy for landing pages that brands will use to advertise specific offerings, products, webinars, or any other services.

Pay range : Typically $20 to $35 per hour to start. Experienced copywriters can charge anywhere from $250 to $750+ per landing page.

Additional skills beyond typing : You’ll need to know how to write in a way that motivates people to take action (usually buying something).

7 - Email marketing copywriter

What it is : This job involves writing emails for your clients, whether transactional emails like purchase confirmations or a drip campaign to keep customers engaged and drive purchases.

Pay range : Similar to an ad copywriter.

Additional skills beyond typing : You need to be capable of writing different styles of emails that catch people’s attention.

8 - Script writing

What it is : Script writers will write scripts for all kinds of things—commercials, video content, shows, films, and even video games.

Pay range : Anywhere from $15 to $75+ per hour.

Additional skills beyond typing : You’ll need to know how to structure a story, since scripts need to pull the reader through and keep them engaged.

9 - Podcast transcription

What it is : As a podcast transcriber, you’ll be transcribing full podcasts and interviews for your clients.

Pay range : Usually around $30 to $45 per hour.

Additional skills beyond typing : Ideally, you’re a good listener that’s able to process information quickly and efficiently.

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10 - Proofreading and editing

What it is : A proofreader or editor will look over someone’s work for any grammatical errors and spelling mistakes, and clean it up so it can be published.

Pay range : Usually around $25 to $85+ per hour (or $50 to $200+ per 1,000 words).

Additional skills beyond typing : You’re able to quickly pick up on any grammar, spelling, and prose errors. It also helps to know different writing style books like AP or CP .

11 - Virtual assistant

What it is : A virtual assistant is a worker who offers various services to businesses and entrepreneurs remotely. They help cover tasks that business owners don’t have the time for, so they can focus on other work. This can include various online typing jobs.

Pay range : $20 to $30 an hour for general tasks, and higher for specialized tasks.

Additional skills beyond typing : It depends on the work you are assigned, but it helps to know how to write for things like social media, emails, and ads.

12 - Captioning or subtitle writing

What it is : Writing out subtitles or captions for videos that will be available for watchers.

Additional skills beyond typing : This writing gig requires you to be a good listener. It also helps to know how to incorporate captions using video editing software (for example, YouTube’s closed captioning tool).

13 - Customer support live chat agent

What it is : Customer support chat agents quickly help customers with any basic questions they have about a product or purchase through an online chat.

Pay range : $15 to $25 per hour.

Additional skills beyond typing : You need a deep understanding of your client’s products and services so you can help customers in an efficient and friendly way.

14 - Medical transcription

What it is : A medical transcriber will transcribe medical reports that are dictated by healthcare professionals.

Pay range : $20 to $50+ per hour depending on experience.

Additional skills beyond typing : It can be helpful to come in with some background or experience related to healthcare. Knowing how to write in a style catered to healthcare professionals is also a bonus.

15 - Scopist

What it is : A scopist will write and edit court transcripts for lawyers, judges, and other people involved in the legal process.

Pay range : $15 to $35+ per hour depending on experience.

Additional skills beyond typing : You’ll likely need some basic legal knowledge, and have to be comfortable listening under pressure.

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16 - Research report production

What it is : Typing jobs within research report production will have you process research and turn them into reports so that people can better understand the data.

Pay range : Anywhere from $100 to $1,000+ per research report depending on length.

Additional skills beyond typing : You need to be able to simplify complicated ideas. This writing gig will have you skim large amounts of research to find the most important bits.

17 - Market research data collector

What it is : A market research data collector takes survey or interview data and compresses that information into a report. It’s another writing job that requires you to make larger amounts of research more digestible for others (research reporters).

Pay range : $20 to $40+ per hour.

Additional skills beyond typing : Organizational and structural skills are the most important part of this job. You need to be able to structure large amounts of data so they can be easily understood.

18 - Translator

What it is : If you know another language, translation is a great money making opportunity. You’ll be translating scripts from different kinds of work into another language for clients.

Pay range : $25 to $50+ per hour depending on client needs and your fluency levels in different languages.

Additional skills beyond typing : A high level written fluency in at least two languages, including common euphemisms or turns of phrase in each language.

19 - Community manager or moderator

What it is : A community manager or moderator will manage and moderate a private online community so that things run smoothly.

Pay range : $30 to $100+ per hour depending on your experience and past results.

Additional skills beyond typing : You need to be able to supervise a group of people, and find the right ways to engage them. It can also help if you’re already an active member of that community.

Where (and how) to find work-from-home typing jobs

Although there are plenty of jobs available, it takes some work to find them. Start by choosing your focus, then look for roles in the right places, and don’t forget to tell your network.

1. Choose your focus

Think about what work you enjoy doing, particularly any additional skills on top of typing. This can help narrow down your options, so you can find typing jobs more tailored to you. It can also help you when you pitch because you can be more specific about the things you're strongest at and showcase skills that differentiate you from other candidates.

2. Look in the right places:

After choosing a focus, there are multiple freelance marketplaces, managed services, and job boards you can use to find gigs.

Marketplaces

• Freelance Writing Gigs : Freelance Writing Gigs rounds up job postings each week and sends one big email. They also provide guides for building your online portfolio.
• Contenta : Contenta helps find freelance writing gigs and offers a writer training course to help you up your game.
• Guru : Guru offers one of the larger marketplaces for online writing jobs.
• Problogger : Problogger only focuses on blog-related work from home freelance gigs.
• Copify : Copify will let you offer your services for different kinds of content.
• The Writer Finder : The Writer Finder offers a more personalized approach to finding you matches for work. You fill out a survey, and they’ll come to you with the best matches that you can pitch.

When you start a profile on a marketplace, make sure it’s comprehensive. Name every kind of typing service you want to offer and provide examples of your work. This process gets easier as you collect more work and get reviews.

Managed services

If you don’t like managing clients, freelance managed services might be a good fit. These platforms will find you gigs, place you for work, and handle all the administrative tasks so you can focus on getting the job done. In return, they take a small percentage of your pay.

• Magic : Magic will take into account the work you want to focus on, and assign you to the best fit clients.
• Virtual Gurus : If you’ve built up a decent portfolio of work, Virtual Gurus is worth applying to for more experienced typists.
• Marketer Hire : A managed service exclusively for marketers, you can sign up as a writer on the platform and get placed with clients almost immediately.

Many companies post work-from-home typing gigs on job boards.

• FlexJobs : FlexJobs looks over every job that’s posted on the platform to ensure you’re getting the safest remote listings.
• Remote OK : Remote OK offers one of the most intuitive UIs for job searches so you can browse hundreds of potential typing jobs quickly.
• WeWorkRemotely : If you like a straightforward search, We Work Remotely has one of the most simplistic and easy-to-use search engines on the job board market.
• Dynamite Jobs : On certain postings, Dynamite Jobs allows you to connect directly with hiring managers so you can connect to them faster.
• Custom LinkedIn search: Many hiring managers will share their job postings on LinkedIn, and a custom search can help direct you to many of those posts.

3 - Tell your network

Make it clear on your LinkedIn or social media pages that you’re offering writing services, but don’t be too pushy with your network. Even if people don’t have an immediate need for your services, at the very least they’ll know they have someone they can go to if the opportunity presents itself.

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Crafting your pitch to get the gig

Once you’ve found the opportunity (or opportunities!) you want, here are some tips on crafting the perfect pitch to help you land the job:

If you got an inbound lead : Ask about the individual’s goals and needs. This will help you tailor your proposal so it best fits what they want.

If you saw the opportunity on a freelance marketplace : Follow all the rules for applying that the marketplace sets out. Also, make sure you follow any instructions laid out by the person posting the gig.

If you got the opportunity from a managed service : Take the same approach as a marketplace, but follow the rules of the managed service. Each platform will likely have its own process for taking on new work, so be prepared to make the necessary adjustments across different outlets.

If you saw the opportunity on a job board : Apply like you would if it was a full time job. This could include writing out a cover letter, and adding a short introduction note to the hiring manager before you apply. Some job boards have their own instructions, so be sure to follow those as well.

Managing clients

Once you get the gig, it’s important to prioritize client management. This will help you get the best outcome from your projects and ensure you are paid on time. Here are a few points to keep in mind:

Project scoping : Make sure the project outcome is clear before you start work. Ask what a successful outcome looks like and what metrics you’re expected to hit.

Communication : Be transparent about timelines and delivery dates. Don’t be afraid to ask questions if you aren’t clear on anything. Communication is a big key to making sure everybody is on the same page.

Invoicing and payments : Make sure you have a good payment system that allows you to create professional invoices quickly and accept payments efficiently. If you accept work through a marketplace or managed service, make sure you’re aware of their rules when it comes to payments (including fees).

Thinking long term : Think ahead about your client’s bigger business goals (and don’t be afraid to ask your clients what they’re planning). This will help you figure out ways you can improve how you work with them or to provide add-on services. Additionally, if you do a great job for a client, and they’re happy about the work you did, don’t be afraid to ask them for a referral.

Making money working from home

If you want to make money working from home, remember, you’re not just limited to just data entry. If you can type, there’s a huge opportunity to make money. There are tons of marketplaces and niches you focus on, and you can start building up a portfolio in no time. Work from home typing jobs can be the start of a beneficial side gig - or even a thriving full-time freelance business.

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10 Typing Jobs from Home without Investment [2024]

Remote work has become increasingly popular as more and more people are looking for opportunities to work from the convenience of their homes. Among remote jobs, typing jobs from home without investment have gained popularity. These jobs cater to a range of job-seekers, such as stay-at-home parents, students, freelancers, and someone looking for a side income. The best part is that these jobs usually require minimal to no investment, as most typing jobs can be done with just a computer and a stable internet connection. 

This guide will discuss the best remote typing jobs available that do not require any investment. It will also cover the necessary skills and qualifications needed for different job options.

Table of Contents

What are Online Typing Jobs?

Online typing jobs are work opportunities that involve tasks like typing documents, data entry, transcribing audio/video recordings, etc., from the comfort of your own working space. You can choose to work full-time, part-time, or as a freelancer, depending on your preferences and schedule.

The significant advantages of pursuing a remote typing job are:

• It offers the flexibility to work from the comfort of your home or co-working space. 
• You can set your schedule and work around other commitments, making it an ideal option for students, stay-at-home parents, or anyone who needs a flexible work schedule.
• It only requires a stable internet connection and a mobile/laptop/computer.

Typing Jobs From Home Without Investment Skills and Qualification

Applying for a virtual typing job may seem easy. However, it requires certain skills and qualifications that can give you a competitive advantage. Here are some essential skills and qualifications that can increase your chances of securing a successful online typing job without any deposit:

• Typing Speed and Accuracy: Most employers prefer candidates who can type at least 40-60 words per minute (WPM) with minimal errors. Regular practice and typing exercises can improve your ability to maintain accuracy and type quickly.
• Attention to Detail: Attention to detail is crucial in virtual typing jobs, as even minor mistakes can have significant consequences. You must be able to proofread your work meticulously and ensure that the final product is error-free.
• Time Management: Many remote typing jobs involve working on tight deadlines. Effective time management skills are essential to ensuring the completion of tasks within the specified timeframes without compromising the quality of work.
• Communication Skills: While online typing jobs primarily involve typing, excellent communication skills are still necessary. You may need to communicate with clients or employers via email, chat, or video conferencing. So, the ability to convey the message clearly and professionally is essential.
• Technological Proficiency: Online typing jobs often require proficiency in various software programs, such as word processors, spreadsheets, and transcription software. Familiarity with these tools can give you an edge over other candidates.
• Research Skills: Research skills may be necessary depending on the nature of the remote typing job For example, content writers or virtual assistants may need to gather information from various sources and synthesize it into coherent, well-typed, and formatted material.

Top 10 Online Typing Jobs From Home Without Investment

Most typing jobs require from minimal to no initial investment to get started. If you have a mobile phone, tablet, laptop, or computer with a stable internet connection, you can easily do a remote typing job. Here is a list of the best typing jobs from home to earn money without investing.

1. Data Entry

Data entry jobs involve inputting information, such as numbers, text, or codes, into databases or spreadsheets. This is one of the best online typing jobs without any deposit that offers a reliable source of income. You can easily find an entry-level data entry job, as it requires minimal prior experience. However, data entry jobs require maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities:

Here is a list of responsibilities for a data entry job:

• Enter data into spreadsheets for recording customer information and order details.
• Type and transfer hard-copy records to digital databases.
• Update customer details in the database by typing in new or revised information.
• Write and organize data in spreadsheets efficiently.
• Verify and update outdated data by typing in corrections.
• Type and input text or numbers accurately from source documents.

Required Skills:

The basic skill set required for the data entry job are:

• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in working with Microsoft Office programs.
• Precision typing ability and attention to detail.
• Effective customer service for updating information accurately.

Average Salary Range: ₹1.8 LPA to ₹5.3 LPA

Also Read: Online Jobs for Students without Investment .

2. Transcription

A transcription job is one of the best work from home typing jobs without investment. It involves converting audio or video recordings into written documents. This can include transcribing interviews, lectures, podcasts, or other audio/video materials.

Some of the most common types of transcription jobs include:

• General Transcription: It involves transcribing audio recordings from various sources, such as meetings, interviews, or lectures.
• Medical Transcription: This job entails transcribing medical reports, patient histories, and other healthcare-related audio recordings.
• Legal Transcription: It involves transcribing depositions, court proceedings, and other legal documents.

Here is a list of responsibilities that a transcriber commonly performs:

• Listen to audio recordings and type the transcription into written text files.
• Verify that the transcribed text is accurate by proofreading and correcting typing errors.
• Type out transcriptions following specific client instructions.
• Complete transcriptions promptly by typing the content and checking grammar, punctuation, and spelling before submission.
• Amend any mistakes or inaccuracies in transcriptions by retyping the corrections promptly.

Skills Required:

Here are some of the basic skills required for a transcription job:

• Transcribers may require subject matter expertise, especially for medical and legal transcription work.
• Fluency in English or the specified language.
• Proficient in fast and accurate typing with proofreading skills.
• Strong command of grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Excellent verbal communication, listening abilities, and computer proficiency.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines efficiently.

Average Salary Range: ₹3 LPA to ₹8 LPA

An editing job is another of the best online typing jobs from home without investment. It involves reviewing and improving written material, such as articles, books, or website content. Editors suggest modifications to the content structure, tone, or style to improve its readability and engagement level with readers.

Their primary role involves ensuring the content is error-free, well-structured, and adheres to established writing guidelines or style guides. Editors have the flexibility to work remotely on a freelance basis or secure permanent positions in print media, publishing houses, etc.

Role and Responsibilities:

Here are some of the key responsibilities of an editing job:

• Proofread documents and make corrections to rectify spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors.
• Check for consistency in tone, voice, and style, and retype sections as needed.
• Improve content flow and readability by retyping or rephrasing sections.
• Fact-check and verify information, and type out corrections or updates.
• Provide feedback and suggestions to writers or content creators.
• Draft and type story ideas, headlines, and other content suggestions catering to the target audience’s interests.

Here are some of the basic skills required for an editing job:

• Excellent command of language, grammar, and writing skills
• Strong attention to detail and proofreading abilities
• Familiarity with various writing styles and subjects
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Time management and organizational skills
• Proficiency in using editing tools and software
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Average Salary Range: ₹5 LPA to ₹10 LPA

4. Content Writing

Content writing is one of the most popular typing jobs from home for students without investment. This typing job involves creating content for various purposes, such as blogging, web content, social media posts, and marketing materials. Clients provide content writers with guidelines like word count limit, keywords, and writing style. While some clients may require specific software or tools for writing, many content writing jobs can be done with a basic computer and internet connection.

Here are some responsibilities involved in content writing jobs:

• Research and gather information on assigned topics or subjects, then type the relevant details.
• Create and develop original, engaging, and informative content by writing it from scratch.
• Write high-quality articles, blog posts, website copy, etc.
• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) and typing out relevant keywords to be added.

Here are some of the basic skills required for a content writing job:

• Excellent writing, research, and communication skills
• Creativity and ability to produce compelling and original content
• Familiarity with SEO best practices and content optimization strategies
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to guidelines
• Proficiency in using word processing and research tools

Average Salary Range: ₹3 LPA to ₹7.5 LPA

5. Captioning/Subtitling

Captioning and subtitling jobs involve transcribing audio or video content and adding captions or subtitles to the material. These professionals convert spoken words into written text by listening to audio from various sources, such as television shows, news segments, movies, and live broadcasts. Their primary focus is to write captions/subtitles that sync with the live broadcast timings.

Here are some responsibilities involved in captioning/subtitling jobs:

• Ensure proper timing and synchronization of captions/subtitles with the media by typing them out accurately.
• Type error-free captions for TV shows or movies.
• Provide English or foreign language subtitles as needed in real-time by typing them out as the audio plays.
• Translate captions or subtitles into different languages by typing out the translated versions.
• Retype corrections after proofreading and editing captions/subtitles for errors.
• Type the translated dialogues between languages and different speakers.

Here are some of the basic skills required for captioning/subtitling work:

• Excellent listening comprehension and language skills
• High typing speed and accuracy
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions precisely
• Time management and ability to work under tight deadlines
• Multilingual proficiency (for translation projects)

Average Salary Range: ₹2.7 LPA to ₹6 LPA

6. Virtual Assistant

A virtual assistant is a professional who provides administrative and organizational support to individuals or businesses. Their responsibilities may include responding to emails, organizing schedules, handling customer inquiries, and managing social media accounts. Some virtual assistants also arrange meetings and handle travel arrangements for their clients. These professionals work remotely through various online platforms, like email and digital software tools, to carry out their duties effectively.

Here are some of the job responsibilities of a virtual assistant:

• Type responses to manage email inboxes and inquiries, schedule appointments/meetings, and make calendar entries.
• Prepare and type content for official documents, presentations, spreadsheets, and reports.
• Draft posts, updates, captions, and responses for social media management and content creation work.
• Provide administrative support, such as data entry, by typing information into databases or spreadsheets.
• Respond to consumer questions and give basic technical support by transcribing guidelines and instructions.
• Participate in virtual meetings and take detailed notes of the discussions.

Here are some of the basic skills required for this position:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in using productivity tools (e.g., MS Office, Google Suite)
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities
• Basic knowledge of content management systems
• Attention to detail and accuracy in completing tasks

Average Salary Range: ₹3 LPA to ₹5.6 LPA

Also Read: Online data entry jobs for students without investment

7. Customer Support

This is one of the most popular online typing jobs for students without investment from home. A customer support representative helps customers through email and online chat platforms. They respond to inquiries about products and services, process payments and returns, etc. Customer support professionals undergo training to learn how to use scripts and effectively respond to customer inquiries to provide accurate and consistent support.

Here are some key responsibilities of a customer support agent:

• Type clear and professional responses to customer emails or messages.
• Document and resolve customer complaints or issues, providing details and resolution steps via email.
• Provide customers with well-typed product or service information, including descriptions, specifications, or instructions.

Here are some of the basic skills required for customer service jobs:

• Proficiency in formatting emails professionally.
• Familiarity with the keyboard layout and touch typing.
• Ability to type quickly while switching between conversations and references.

Average Salary Range: ₹1.5 LPA to ₹5 LPA

8. Copywriting

Copywriting is about creating compelling and engaging content for various marketing and advertising purposes. Strong typing skills are essential for copywriters, as they spend a lot of time creating and editing copy daily. Copywriters create written materials to promote products, services, or ideas to a specific target audience.

Here are some key job responsibilities of a freelance copywriting job:

• Create and type advertising copy for print, digital, or broadcast media (e.g., websites, brochures, emails, scripts, etc.).
• Draft persuasive headlines, slogans, and taglines to grab attention and convey key messages.
• Type copies of product descriptions, sales letters, and other promotional materials to highlight the selling points.

Here are some of the basic skills required for a copywriting job:

• Exceptional writing, proofreading, and editing skills
• Creativity and the ability to come up with fresh, attention-grabbing ideas
• Strong research skills to gather relevant information
• Familiarity with various writing styles
• Time management and the ability to work under tight deadlines

Average Salary Range: ₹2 LPA to ₹5.9 LPA

9. Translation

Translation jobs involve converting written material from one language to another while preserving the original meaning, tone, and style. Translators may work with various types of content, including documents, books or literary works, subtitles or captions, etc. This is one of the best online typing jobs without investment for language experts seeking a flexible way to make money.

Here are some of the responsibilities of a translation job:

• Accurately translate written content from one language to another and submit a neatly typed copy of the translated version.
• Ensure the original meaning, tone, and style are conveyed properly through careful typing and proofreading.
• Use translation tools and software to maintain consistency.
• Proofread and edit translations for errors or inaccuracies by retyping corrections.

Here are some of the basic skills required for a translation job:

• Native or bilingual proficiency in the source and target languages
• Excellent writing and typing skills in both languages
• In-depth understanding of grammatical rules and idiomatic expressions
• Familiarity with translation tools (e.g., CAT tools)
• Adaptability to work on a diverse range of subject areas or content types

Average Salary Range: ₹3 LPA to ₹6.1 LPA

10. Resume/Cover Letter Writing

Crafting a well-organized resume and cover letter involves creating job application documents that show an individual’s skills, experience, and qualifications for potential job opportunities. Many job posting platforms and training institutes hire dedicated writers to create resumes for their registered applicants or students.

Here are some of the responsibilities of a resume and cover letter writer:

• Interact with clients and type notes about their background, skills, and career goals.
• Analyze job descriptions and craft the key requirements for the roles.
• Write compelling and tailored resumes and cover letters by neatly typing the essential information highlighting the client’s qualifications and achievements.
• Optimize resumes and cover letters for applicant tracking systems (ATS) by incorporating relevant keywords.

Here are some of the basic skills required for freelance resume and cover letter writing jobs:

• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading abilities
• Strong knowledge of resume and cover letter formats and structures
• Ability to understand job requirements and type a well-crafted resume or cover letter
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS)
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work

Average Salary Range: ₹2.5 LPA to ₹6 LPA

Steps to Enhance Your Home Office for Online Typing Jobs Without Investment

You should have a comfortable workspace to effectively perform online typing jobs from home. Here’s how you can use everyday objects to enhance your work-from-home setup and earn money online without investing in a typing job:

• Comfortable Workstation: You should have a comfortable workstation at home to avoid strain and discomfort during long hours of work. Use a good table and chair that allow you to maintain proper posture while working. 
• Headphones: If you have a typing job that involves transcription, captioning, or customer support, make use of a good-quality headset or earpiece. These can help you focus and eliminate distractions.
• Computer or Laptop: Use your personal computer or laptop for your online typing setup. Ensure that your device has a good keyboard for typing, sufficient processing power, storage, and RAM to handle the tasks you’ll be performing. 
• High-Speed Internet Connection: A stable and fast internet connection is a must for online typing jobs. Make use of your home internet connection to ensure smooth operations.
• Free Software: Many free software tools and applications are available online for tasks such as word processing and grammar checking. Find and download the ones that best suit your job requirements.

You can download the Internshala jobs app to find well-paying remote opportunities in various domains.

Online typing jobs from home without investment can be a great way for people looking for remote work or a flexible source of income. Many typing-related job options cater to different skill sets and interests, making it easy to find an opportunity that matches your career interests and expertise. All you need is a computer, a reliable internet connection, and the required skills to start a fulfilling career virtually. Want to find similar jobs? Register now for free job alerts on Internshala.

Answer: Internshala is a popular platform that connects individuals with various internship and freelancing opportunities, including online typing jobs. The website offers a wide range of typing projects, such as data entry, transcription, and content writing, from reputable companies and organizations. The typing jobs listed on Internshala do not require any upfront investment.

Answer: Yes, you can earn money by taking up a remote typing job. The income you can generate largely depends on your industry and skills, such as typing speed and accuracy. It is important to note that earning potential can vary significantly depending on the company or client you work with, the volume of work you take on, and your level of expertise.

Answer: You will find legitimate typing jobs if you register your profile on reliable job search websites. Many reputable companies and organizations post jobs online and outsource typing tasks to remote workers.

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Shailja Kaushik has been an Editor with Internshala since March 2023. She loves creative writing and experimenting with different forms of writing. She has explored different genres by working with journals and radio stations. She has also published her poems and nano tales in various anthologies. She graduated at the top of her class with Bachelor's in English and recently completed her Master's in English from the University of Delhi. Her experiments with writing continue on her literary blog.

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Online Typing Jobs For Students

Are you a student looking to earn extra cash in your free time working online typing jobs?

Look no further. We’ve got you.

We know how challenging student life can be. Being under a parent’s budget is inconvenient. Need cash for fun activities? A night out with friends? That weekend trip?

Pocket money alone won’t cut it.

Whether you’re in high school or college, there are online jobs that don’t require any technical skills. They’re simply typing jobs. You don’t need any work experience on your resume.

Here’s the top-picked typing jobs where you can make money online from the comfort of your bedroom or dorm room.

Easiest Best-Suited Online Typing Jobs for Students

Is transcription the best typing job for you.

Transcription is one of the best online typing jobs for students. You’ll be typing video or audio recordings into scripts.

Your clients would include academic institutions, media, and legal and medical companies.

Institutions outsource transcription companies to type out their files, and they need typists like you to get it done.

Role of a Transcriptionist

What You Need to Get Started: Tools and Skills

• Steady Internet connection to prevent buffering
• Good quality headsets. For comfort, long listening durations, and maximum clarity to avoid errors and mishearing
• Typing speed of at least 50 WPM
• Language and grammar proficiency
• Basic Microsoft Word skills

Transcription Companies to Work For

Transcription companies hire when there’s an influx of projects. Here’s a list of the companies and how they pay.

Generally, the pay is low for beginners. Earn more with a higher typing speed (70 WPM and above).

There’s room for growth with the different levels within the companies.

The higher you go, the more you can earn. Rates also vary depending on the tasks and file’s difficulty.

How to Apply for Transcription

Visit any of the sites above, fill in your details, and complete the tests.

Response time ranges between 1 to 6 weeks.

Many have turned transcription into a full-time home job. You’re no exception.

Learn about extra tools to incorporate to get the best out of transcription .

Transcription isn’t for everyone, but a typical day at TME consists of transcribing audio files at your leisure. Files come in a few times a week are usually 1-2 minutes long. There’s plenty of opportunities for advancement, and an awesome community on Yammer where everyone can connect. Indeed

Join Captioning and Subtitling Freelancers

Wondering what that captioning and subtitling is?

Similar to transcription, this is an online typing job for audio and video files, except instead of having it as one script in a document, you’ll be breaking it down into chunks and syncing them to the spoken timecode.

Sounds complicated?

We assure you it’s not. Captioning requires short sentences, often not more than 60 characters.

Captioning companies have their own software, which has a syncing tool that you’ll have access to once you’re hired. They have in-house training and will get you acquainted with their specific company rules and guidelines.

Easy, right?

What’s more… It pays around $0.30 more than transcription per audio minute.

Incredible Captioning Companies to Work For

• 3Play Media
• CaptioningStar
• Impact Media

These are well-established and rewarding companies. You can earn up to $3,000 monthly.

How to Get Started: Tools and Skills

As discussed previously, you’ll need:

• Quality headsets
• Internet access
• Be a Native English speaker
• Typing speed above 50 WPM
• Understand different accents

How to Apply

Simply go to the company’s website (any of the above mentioned), fill in your details, complete the test(s), and submit. Response can take up to six weeks.

Once accepted, you can add your payment details. Most freelance companies pay either via PayPal or direct bank deposit.

It’s that easy. Be sure to ace the test. They only recruit the best of the best!

Captioning is tedious, but it gets easier with time.

Invest now in additional essential tools to lessen your workload and maximize productivity.

Become a Freelance Writer

So, you love to write? Perhaps you’ve been journaling for years, running a blog, or writing on social media. Here’s how you can turn that fun into an actual online typing job.

Tools and Skills Needed to Get Started

Besides typing, you’ll need to master the following:

• Grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Proofreading
• Research skills

Where Can I Work as a Freelance Writer?

You can start by working as a blogger, article writer, or a copywriter .

The highest paying writing jobs require a higher level of expertise, backed by academic credentials.

For student jobs, here are sites that pay for copy typing articles, their main niches, and pay per article.

When applying, research the site’s writing styles, other niches, and read some of their published articles.

Be sure to have samples of your written work that comply with their requirements. You can get started with our online course on improving your writing skills.

To set yourself apart, learn to write professionally. Start by taking an SEO copywriting course here.

What’s the Other Option?

Start your own blog at WordPress or Wix and grow it: A long shot but a worthwhile investment. Once you gain traction, you’ll get paid loads to advertise on your blog .

Write for other independent bloggers, too. Regular bloggers are big on outsourcing services.

Sign up with UpWork or Fiverr and start selling your writing services.

Success begins with the first client!

Why You Should Consider Data Entry Jobs

Data entry jobs are easy, straight-foward, and low-skilled. A perfect example is feeding a database with information from hard copy documents.

People are flocking towards home typing jobs, making competition in the data entry field stiff.

To succeed, attention to detail is paramount. You have to be organized, self-driven, and focused. Leave no room for errors.

Caveat; be prepared to handle monotony.

Skills Required for Data Entry

• Basic computer skills
• Typing skills
• Software skills i.e., Word, Excel, Google Docs, and Sheets
• Organization skills
• Multitasking

How Much Should you Expect to Earn?

Short answer, not much. The pay is unattractive to other professionals. Since it’s not worth their time, it’s the perfect student job.

The average salary for a data entry clerk is $10 to $15 per hour.

Note that there isn’t much room for growth, if any. That’s why they source out the lowest-skilled personnel for the job.

How to Find Data Entry Jobs

The application process.

As previously mentioned, you can always sign up with Upwork and or Fiverr as a freelancer and get data entry jobs.

Upwork takes a 20% share of the total earnings. Fair, given you get protection from scammers.

Sites that recruit for data entry include:

• Lionbridge AI
• Working Solutions
• Clickworker

With the rise in home jobs, working online as a typist has never been easier. Join us at Small Revolution to learn more and get connected with your first online typing job.

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General Assignment Reporter-Billings, MT

Billings, montana.

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General Assignment Reporter 

The Billings Gazette, the voice of the largest city in Montana and one of the few remaining seven-day print newspapers in the western United States, is seeking an ambitious and enterprising reporter.

We’re looking for a reporter who will plug in quickly, invest in relationships, connect readers with what they can’t see themselves, and write with authority. This full-time position in our digital-first newsroom will provide opportunities to write daily news, explore issues and trends that impact Montana families, and cover local events.

The Gazette is one of five Montana newsrooms in Lee Enterprises, plus a Capitol bureau in Helena. We share planning and resources, allowing reporters more time to work on bigger, deeper pieces. Our newsroom is a mix of smart, young reporters and deeply experienced veterans, and it shows in what we produce. We’ve been named the state’s best newspaper for eight years in a row.

Billings is a vibrant, affordable city with a walkable downtown featuring fine dining, performing arts centers, museums, live music venues, and more than our share of craft brew pubs. There’s even an international airport that you could literally walk to. And, if outdoor living is your thing, everything you’ve heard about Montana is true.

This is a full-time guild position with annual pay starting at $43,000.

Why Join Us?

Lee Enterprises, Inc. offers competitive wages in a dynamic, interesting work environment with career growth opportunities. We offer an extensive benefit program that can be personalized to your needs. Our benefit program includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, company provided life insurance and supplemental life insurance. In addition, we offer a 401K retirement plan with company match. We also offer generous paid time off to allow the flexibility to balance personal life and work. This includes paid parental leave for new parents. 

Lee Enterprises is a major subscription and advertising platform and a leading provider of local news and information, with daily newspapers, rapidly growing digital products and nearly 350 weekly and specialty publications serving 74 markets in 26 states. Year to date, Lee's newspapers have an average daily circulation of 1.0 million, and our legacy websites, including acquisitions, reach more than 34 million digital unique visitors. 

Lee Enterprises is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting and retaining a workforce whose diversity reflects the communities we serve. Lee embraces change, and we recognize that we must create and maintain a culture of fervent inclusion. For more information about Lee, check us out at www.lee.net .

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role but do not meet 100% of the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply at https://lee.net/careers/ and search for Billings. Be sure to include a cover letter, resume, and links to clip (or clips) of your work.  

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