Top 7 freelance jobs that are in demand in 2022

The freelance economy is booming. To get the most out of the market, you need to know recent trends. 

What career paths are the best to pursue in 2022? What skills are essential? And how much can you make as a freelancer? Let’s find out! 

1. Social Media Manager

Social Media Managers are responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies for a business's social media pages. (monster.com)

Average income: $55,117 per year in the United States (glassdoor.com)

2. Data Analyst

Data Analysts develop and implement databases and data collection systems. Acquire data from primary and secondary sources and maintain data systems. They also identify, analyze trends or patterns in complex data sets. Filter and clean data. (cio.com)

Average income: $81,415 in the United States (glassdoor.com)

3. Graphic Designer

Graphic Designers create visual concepts to communicate information. They create everything from posters and billboards to packaging, logos, and marketing materials. (brainstorm.io)

Average income: $58,903  in the United States (glassdoor.com)

4. Web Application Developer

An application developer's typical responsibilities include coding, designing, application management, troubleshooting, monitoring updates and possible security threats, and providing end user support. (linkedin.com)

Average income: $75,430 in the United States (careerkarma.com)

5. Photographer and videographer

A Photographer/Videographer Editor capture moments, shoots, edits, converts content.

Average income: $44,193 in the United States (glassdoor.com)

6. Copywriter

A copywriter creates persuasive content for digital and print publications, called copy. They find creative ways to convert ideas into compelling content for another business or customer to read. (Indeed.com)

Average income: $55,743 in the United States (ziprecruiter.com)

7. Consultant 

A consultant provides expert advice on a business issue: how to improve sales, how to streamline management, improve network security, or define corporate strategy. (work.chron.com)

Average income: $84,500 in the United States (indeed.com)

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