Digital nomadism is the new remote work of the future
Ever wondered what it would be like to travel and explore the world on your own terms? Imagine how it would feel to be in such a thriving and flexible career that you enjoy every moment—one in which you are able to take your work with you on the go, discover local and international cuisines and attractions, feel connected with nature, and experience a buzzing, vibrant new atmosphere and culture?
The entire concept of “remote working” takes on a new meaning, doesn’t it?
Thankfully, this doesn’t need to be a dream: flexible, remote working while traveling and experiencing adventure, is now possible with the introduction of what is known as the digital nomad.
Today, approximately 17.3 million American workers are digital nomads (with Gen Z and Millennials comprising 21% and 37% of that number respectively), growing by 2% from 2022 after surging to a staggering 131% from pre-pandemic, according to a recent report by MBO Partners.
But interestingly, the number of digital nomad professionals in the traditional working sense—those tethered to an employer—is declining, while the greatest proportion of digital nomads is constituted of independent professionals—freelancers, contractors, and those running side hustles.
What Is A Digital Nomad?
A digital nomad is someone who makes money from home—but not in the traditional sense. Their home is on the road.
Digital nomad professionals are paid to do their work while they travel. For this reason, many of them are freelancers or in roles that naturally require them to be travelling due to the nature of their jobs.
Additionally, employees who work for companies that permit remote working or working from anywhere policy, are able to experience this level of autonomy, flexibility, and satisfaction from perpetually being on holiday while working.
In this way, digital nomads get the best of both worlds.
What Remote Jobs Are Hiring Digital Nomads?
Whether you’re offering your services as a full-time freelancer, conducting these jobs as side hustles while working your remote job, or are working for an employer who embraces flexible, work-from-anywhere policies, these jobs are the best ones to pursue if you want to travel and have an adventurous, culture-inspired career.
- Freelance writing/freelance journalism
- Travel blogging
- Travel vlogging (YouTube, Instagram, and/or TikTok content creator/influencer)
- Digital marketing
- Wedding photography
- Travel photography
- Copywriting
- UX design
- Mobile app development
- Online tutoring
- Travel consulting
- Software development
- Video editing
- Event planning
- Teaching English
Where To Find Remote Jobs As A Digital Nomad
Now that you know what flexible, remote jobs are hiring freelancers and are available to you, the next obvious question is, where can you find them?
Other than freelancing or having a side hustle, the first, and perhaps most obvious place to start with, is your current employer. If they already have remote, flexible working policies, why not ask them what is possible and work to arrange a mutually convenient solution that suits the needs of the business while enabling you to travel freely? Some professionals find that traveling nearby one of their employer’s many offices dotted around the country or state is a helpful solution. This might be something you could consider for your job.
Otherwise, remote jobs for digital nomads can be found by searching freelance websites, and flexible working/remote job boards, such as:
- FlexJobs
- Upwork
- Fiverr
- Flexa Careers
- Remote.co
- Toptal
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Working remotely or on the go doesn’t have to be a dream. Today, you can take steps to join the ever-enlarging group of professionals who work remote jobs and are proud to call the trail, runway, beach, mountain, island, or cruise ship, their home.
Perhaps it is safe to say that digital nomadism is the new remote work of the future.
Source: 15 Remote Freelance Jobs For Digital Nomads In 2024
