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>From the Tech-VI list owner: 

While two of the roles mentioned in the following article require vision the
others do not. Considering the rate of unemployment in our community and the
interest as well as the need for some to find remote work I felt that this
piece was worth reposting. The only modification that I made was in adding a
level 2 heading at the beginning of the third option as it seemed to be
omitted from the article which appeared in my feed reader.

MUO - Feed - Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 2:51 PM

8 Remote Jobs That Don't Require a Degree

Looking for a remote job but don't have a degree to back you up? Here are
some jobs you can apply for without a degree.

Thanks to the increase in awareness of skill development, companies
worldwide now value skills more than professional degrees. As a result, many
people with limited financial resources have gained access to hundreds of
remote opportunities.

If you are among those individuals, there is good news for you; you do not
need to spend years in college to find a decent job. Whether you are
considering a career change or making a career choice, this article will
reveal several remote jobs that don't require a college degree.

1. Content Writer or Copywriter

Content writers or copywriters create engaging content for business owners,
marketers, agencies, and publishers. Even though a college degree is not
necessary to land an excellent job as a writer, the route to landing a
well-paid position is smooth for those with a journalism or English
background.

To start as a copywriter or content writer, you need strong research skills,
a thorough grasp of the English language and grammar, an understanding of
SEO, and a desire to keep up with the latest trends.

Indeed
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d.com%2Fcareer%2Fcontent-writer%2Fsalaries&data=05%7C01%7C%7C7b357e52091e4e6
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nLpAGca1k4%3D&reserved=0>  reports that the average base salary of a content
writer is $20 per hour, but most content writers are paid per article. So,
if you are talented at joining words creatively, taking writing courses from
reputed platforms
<https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.makeus
eof.com%2Fbest-online-writing-courses-platforms%2F&data=05%7C01%7C%7C7b357e5
2091e4e662efc08da6c044339%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C63794
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JBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=dEYrPSD1XCkkiL6%2FPbdUVrw
W9VpRuAKHWmUG8Pbp0EU%3D&reserved=0>  can help you achieve success in the
writing field.

2. Graphics Designer

As a content writer puts creative content in writing for businesses, a
graphics designer puts information in visual form. From logos, labels, and
packaging designs to graphics for marketing and brand awareness, graphics
designers communicate a brand's purpose visually.

While having a professional degree in graphics design gives you an edge when
finding a job, many small businesses out there require you to have a
creative mind and a good grasp of design software such as Illustrator and
Photoshop. Simply put, there is a large market for individuals without
professional education but with the right skills to handle clients' needs.

A graphics designer's average hourly salary is $30/hour, according to
PayScale
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ale.com%2Fresearch%2FUS%2FJob%3DFreelance_Graphic_Designer%2FHourly_Rate&dat
a=05%7C01%7C%7C7b357e52091e4e662efc08da6c044339%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaa
aaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C637941062820823455%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAw
MDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=KOs
MrPgVxmTprMRjpmdsq1RGeCCogbuenDzc7HwCUfM%3D&reserved=0> , and it increases
with experience. If you're creative, a fast learner, and passionate about
playing with designs, develop expertise in designing software, and you'll be
ready to step into your professional life as a graphics designer.

A social media manager is responsible for producing content for social media
accounts, scheduling the content, communicating with the audience,
increasing followers, overseeing campaigns, and setting the direction for
brand awareness. Simply put, he assists brands in attracting more customers
via social media.

A marketing background gives you an edge in landing a high-paying job, but
if you have experience, most local businesses and agencies won't require you
to have a degree. These might be employers who are interested in hiring you.
As per Indeed
<https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.indee
d.com%2Fcareer%2Fsocial-media-manager%2Fsalaries&data=05%7C01%7C%7C7b357e520
91e4e662efc08da6c044339%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C6379410
62820823455%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJB
TiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=uNp60Ys5a5XfwcoOXry%2BlEfsr
%2FYEXlc9MxtdC8Y29MM%3D&reserved=0> , a social media manager's average
hourly salary is around $21, and this number increases as you advance in the
field.

4. Video Editor

Video editors take raw recordings from the cameraman, trim large chunks,
merge smaller pieces, and add effects as needed to produce a
ready-to-publish video that will draw the audience's attention. To become a
video editor, you need a good laptop and a strong understanding of video
editing software.

On average, the video editors are paid $21 per hour as per Indeed
<https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.indee
d.com%2Fcareer%2Fvideo-editor%2Fsalaries&data=05%7C01%7C%7C7b357e52091e4e662
efc08da6c044339%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C637941062820823
455%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1h
aWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=e%2B3nNoCQQ4MW%2BP9SFwd%2Fgql5v746f
g6R3Gg1KQX85gQ%3D&reserved=0> , and you can expect the rate to go to 30$ per
hour within the span of a few years. There are hundreds of content creators
out there that don't require you to have a degree until you understand how
video editing works thoroughly.

Thus, video editing will prove to be a rewarding career if you can maintain
consistency and flow during editing and have an eye for synchronizing audio
and visual elements. It just takes a little learning from video editing
courses
<https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.makeu
seof.com%2Fbest-online-video-editing-courses%2F&data=05%7C01%7C%7C7b357e5209
1e4e662efc08da6c044339%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C63794106
2820979668%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBT
iI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ZfCCisxwcFGX0vH4IXoML9QiONMZ
4ElHCTt2XQb0AH4%3D&reserved=0>  to use video editing software, and you're
good to go.

5. Virtual Assistant

As its name implies, the virtual assistant is a remote employee who assists
employers with repetitive or less important tasks. Answering emails,
providing customer support, setting up meetings, and doing minor
administrative work are examples of what a virtual assistant does.

In some cases, your employer may train you to perform repetitive tasks.
Thus, they don't need a college degree from you, only a sharp mind, hands-on
experience with tools like Excel, and willingness for a long-term
commitment.

Simply put, people with no expertise in a particular skill can start a
career as virtual assistants. As per Indeed
<https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.indee
d.com%2Fcareer%2Fvirtual-assistant%2Fsalaries&data=05%7C01%7C%7C7b357e52091e
4e662efc08da6c044339%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C6379410628
20979668%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI
6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=3KpyDWRc6H8apeAYeKEkexErD4YSpj
z3yJzzZX0JFSE%3D&reserved=0> , virtual assistants can expect to earn around
22$ per hour. However, this can vary depending on the nature of your job and
the location of your employer.

6. Voiceover Artists

Typically, a voice-over artist's job is to record a script, which the
employer provides in most cases. A script could be commercial, educational,
informative, and promotional in nature, or it could be just voice dubbing.
Later, your employer might integrate it into their brand video or use it as
an audio file.

For this role, you need a good accent, an incredible voice, a good quality
microphone, a laptop, some experience with editing tools, and the ability to
read the script fluently and clearly. According to Indeed
<https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.indee
d.com%2Fcareer%2Fvoice-over-artist%2Fsalaries&data=05%7C01%7C%7C7b357e52091e
4e662efc08da6c044339%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C6379410628
20979668%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI
6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=KKsFbUMv1ZeoL6pYv%2BXpgY5hOvdV
VOwiBR9PLNf9LiU%3D&reserved=0> , voice-over artists earn an average of $35
per hour.

7. Transcriptionist

The job of a transcriptionist is the exact opposite of that of a voice-over
artist. Voice-over specialists record scripts while transcriptionists
convert the recordings into written form. Essentially, they have to write
down what they hear.

The ideal candidate will have good listening skills, be adept at
understanding accents, have excellent typing speed, and most importantly, be
able to do the job on time. Thus, no professional degree is required.

A transcriptionist's salary varies depending on the nature and industry of
the job, but it is lower than what other jobs listed above would pay.
Currently, transcriptionists make about $18 per hour, according to Indeed.
However, if you are just getting started, this might be much lower than the
average.

8. Data Entry Specialist

A data entry specialist prepares raw data, compiles it on data management
programs such as Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, etc., verifies every bit of
information to ensure accuracy, and formats the data, so it remains
presentable.

The skills necessary for data entry specialists include good typing speed,
accuracy, and the ability to multitask effectively. Furthermore, although a
professional degree isn't required, familiarity with data management
programs will surely help you impress the interviewer and land the job.

According to Indeed
<https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.indee
d.com%2Fcareer%2Fdata-entry-clerk%2Fsalaries&data=05%7C01%7C%7C7b357e52091e4
e662efc08da6c044339%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C63794106282
0979668%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6
Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=x6XBKrlqFZb3ryPAAnOWzO5JSnQ6gK8
IMdolFN3N4sE%3D&reserved=0> , a data entry clerk earns an average starting
salary of $18 per hour, and the salary increases with experience. One
disadvantage of working as a data entry specialist is that you'll likely be
doing repetitive tasks daily, which can lead to boredom. Those who don't
mind that will find data entry operators a good career choice.

Start Your Dream Remote Job Without a Degree

Hopefully, our list of the best remote jobs that don't require any degree
will help you make a well-informed decision. Before switching jobs or making
career choices, do extensive research, as every role has its ups and downs
that you should consider before making your final decision.

Furthermore, tracking the trend of the job you want to pursue is essential.
Some jobs may have been fading, but there are some that are in demand.
Knowing the trend will help you make the best career choice.

https://www.makeuseof.com/remote-jobs-without-degree/
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x1XT31QhQqq0%3D&reserved=0> 

David Goldfield,

Blindness Assistive Technology Specialist

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