10 High-Paying Freelance Jobs



Freelancing is increasing each year as workers are desiring a way to control their schedule and their workload. Upwork, the popular freelance marketplace, found that 57 million Americans freelanced in 2019, an increase of 4 million since 2014.

When it comes to the earning potential of freelance jobs, Upwork also found that freelancers have a higher median pay rate than standard employee workers ($20.00 vs. $18.80). This is great news for those considering joining the freelance workforce.

So what are some of the best-paying freelance jobs? We’ve collected 10 high-paying freelance jobs that are available on FlexJobs, along with average hourly pay data from Salary.com.

Depending on your experience, you may be able to set your rates higher than these average rates, but having this information can give you a good starting point when it comes to negotiating your freelance rate.

Note:

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accounting icon 10 High-Paying Freelance Jobs

Accountant

Average Pay: $38/hour

Accountants maintain financial records and record financial transactions. Handling ledger accounts, preparing balance sheets and P&L statements, and creating financial reports are some common duties. A bachelor’s degree is required and a CPA certification will help you command more money.

Account Executive

Average Pay: $43/hour

Account execs create relationships with new accounts and work to increase business opportunities for companies and clients. This role may provide sales quotes and handle requests for proposals. A proven track record and a few years of experience will earn freelancers a higher rate.

Copywriter

Average Pay: $38/hour

Experienced copywriters will write copy for advertising and marketing initiatives. They may write ad copy, taglines, emails, articles, newsletters, and ebooks. Knowledge of SEO and a strong portfolio can make a positive impression on employers hiring remote copywriters and will help a copywriter earn the highest pay.

Graphic Designer

Average Pay: $36/hour

Graphic designers with a few years experience can find high-paying freelance jobs. This role creates art and visual materials for packaging, websites, ads, and films. A bachelor’s degree and a strong portfolio are a must.

PR Manager

Average Pay: $52/hour

PR managers maintain the public image for an employer or client. Writing and distributing press releases, working with media outlets, and managing social media are a few ways this is done. To work as a PR manager, typically five or more years of experience is desired.

Professor

Average Pay: $41/hour

Due to the growth of online education and eLearning platforms, professors can find high-paying freelance jobs to teach one class, or teach on an ongoing basis. Many of these roles are virtual. A professor will often need a master’s degree and will plan course curricula, provide support, assess student progress, and more.

Programmer

Average Pay: $38/hour

Programmers create code and software applications for operating systems. Programmer’s code converts designs into instructions for computers to follow. The ability to write programs in different computer languages, such as C++ and Java is required.

Software Developer

Average Pay: $42/hour

One of the most common high-paying freelance jobs, this role involves designing and developing software programs by coding, debugging, testing, and troubleshooting. Knowledge of HTML, PHP, and XML is often needed. Having a strong portfolio of past work will help you earn a higher rate.

Technical Writer

Average Pay: $41/hour

A technical writer with a few years of experience under their belt and certifications related to their expertise can command the highest wages. This role helps make complex and technical information clearer by writing instruction manuals, guides, journals, and documents.

Web Developer

Average Pay: $35/hour

Web developers design and create websites, taking responsibility for the look of a site and its functionality. Web developers will write code, use programming languages, integrate graphics and audio, and meet with clients to discuss needs.

data entry icon Finding High-Paying Freelance Jobs with FlexJobs

A great place to start is our list of the top 20 companies hiring for freelance jobs. These companies had the most listings for freelance jobs in the first half of 2019, making them strong contenders for finding a freelance gig.

And, consider joining FlexJobs as a great resource for your freelance job search. Our listings are hand curated and vetted to help you avoid job scams and only find legitimate opportunities.

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