Have you been on the hunt for remote jobs that don’t require talking? If so, we’ve got you covered!
When I started looking into remote jobs in 2011, I remember feeling discouraged at first. It seemed like all the remote jobs were phone jobs, and as an introvert, making phone calls or doing sales seemed just as bad as working in person. Now, the options are endless.
Today we’re only discussing quiet remote jobs, so don’t worry, you won’t find any phone work from home jobs on this list.
One last note before we dive in. If you don’t have remote work experience or haven’t done these specific jobs, don’t rule them out. You probably have many transferable skills from previous jobs that will help you succeed in the jobs below.
Now, let’s get into 14 quiet remote jobs that don’t require talking.
1. AI Trainer
You’ve probably heard of AI training, but you may be wondering what it is.
As an AI trainer, there’s a wide range of jobs you could do. At one of my jobs, we had the opportunity to do AI voice training alongside our regular work to earn extra money.
With voice training, we were given a written word and had to record ourselves saying it aloud. If we made a mistake, we could re-record.
While some AI roles require a technical background, many don’t require any specific experience or education. That said, strong writing and speaking skills are helpful for AI roles.
One way to get started is to look through this list of top AI training sites, or check out some of these interesting AI side hustles.
2. Bookkeeper
If you enjoy working with numbers, bookkeeping can be a great option for quiet remote jobs.
While you don’t usually need a degree, understanding the basics of accounting and experience with software like QuickBooks can be beneficial.
You could also take an online course like Bookkeeper Launch, which helps you learn the basics and start a bookkeeping business from home.
As a bookkeeper, you’ll be in charge of financial documents and money-related matters. This could look like sending invoices, managing sales, preparing tax materials, or working on balance sheets and income statements.
According to Indeed, the average pay for a bookkeeper is $23.97 per hour.
To get started, look over this blueprint for working from home as a bookkeeper.
3. Chat Agent
Do you enjoy typing, chatting, and helping people? Then, working as a remote chat agent might be a great fit for you.
As a chat agent, you’ll help customers when they run into problems or have questions. Often, you’ll be helping more than one person at a time, so it helps if you are flexible and can multitask.
You’ll need to be an excellent communicator, type fast, and have a high school diploma or GED. Many positions will require some customer service experience, and you’ll need a computer.
According to ZipRecruiter, chat agents make about $17.15 per hour.
Sound interesting? Check out these chat agent jobs you can do remotely.
4. Data Analyst
A data analyst compiles and reviews data to help make good decisions.
There are a few skills you’ll need to learn. First, some programming skills in Python or SQL are important. Second, you should learn about data visualization tools like Tableau. You’ll also need strong communication skills, problem-solving skills, and to be detail-oriented.
If pay is a big motivator for you, the average annual salary for a data analyst is $86,572, according to Indeed.
Read how this beginner got into data analytics and landed her first job!
To learn more about how to get started and build your portfolio, take this free data analytics course. You can look into both free and paid courses to build your skills and see if the job is a good fit for you.
5. Data Entry
This is another great option for you if you love typing! Data entry jobs typically involve typing information into a system.
Other skills that can be important for this job include attention to detail, strong listening skills, and organizational skills.
According to Indeed, data entry clerks earn around $19.27 per hour.
Here are 24 legit data entry jobs you might be interested in! Or, look into these typing jobs for more quiet remote jobs.
6. Editor
Working as an editor is a great job if you enjoy polishing up writing for grammar, content, and tone.
While a proofreader focuses on spelling, capitalization, and grammar, an editor might also ensure the concepts and structure are clear.
Some editor roles have more managerial responsibilities, such as corresponding with other writers and assigning writing work. Of course, since we’re talking about remote jobs that don’t require talking, much of this work can be done over email.
Indeed says that editors make about $24.23 an hour on average, while ZipRecruiter says they earn about $30.78 an hour.
This can largely depend on your location. If you live or work for a company located in a big metropolitan area, you will likely make more.
These 16 online editing jobs are a great place to start.
7. Graphic Designer
If you have a background in art or design or want a more creative role, graphic design jobs might be what you’re looking for.
As a designer, you can work with an agency, in-house, or freelance through Upwork, Fiverr, etc.
Graphic designers can do all sorts of work, such as creating logos, doing UX for websites, and working on advertisements.
Some graphic designers have a traditional education with a Bachelor’s degree in design, while others are self-taught and take courses or learn programs like Adobe Suite to supplement their hands-on experience.
You can also explore these opportunities to earn money by designing simple graphics. Or, if you have nice handwriting, consider handlettering.
According to ZipRecruiter, Graphic Designers make an average of $26.90 per hour.
8. Moderator
A moderator is someone who keeps an online group or community running smoothly.
When I was first out of college, I volunteered to moderate a Facebook community. This actually led to other interesting opportunities that gave me the skills to do paid social media work later.
Some moderators are paid, while others are volunteers, but being active in the community and doing a good job can often lead to paid positions in the future.
According to ZipRecruiter, paid moderators can make around $30.93 an hour. But if you’re just starting out or are doing it part-time, keep in mind that the pay might be lower.
If you love typing and helping people, you can also look into these online chat agent jobs.
9. Proofreader
Proofreading is a wonderful job if you love catching grammatical or spelling mistakes and are detail-oriented.
As a proofreader, you’ll be one of the last steps of the editing process. Your focus will be on typos, spelling errors, and grammatical mistakes.
You can be paid by word, page, or hour. According to Salary.com, the average proofreader makes about $31 per hour.
Personally, proofreading has been one of the most enjoyable jobs I’ve had, and I highly recommend it, especially if you want a remote job that doesn’t require talking.
To get started, look into these 21 Ways to Make Money Proofreading. Another option is to focus on a specific industry or area, such as proofreading legal transcripts.
10. Social Media Manager
If you enjoy creating digital content on platforms like YouTube or Instagram, consider turning it into a side hustle or your full-time work.
Even if you’re working with clients, most of your communication will be via email or chat, making this another great option for a quiet remote job.
In addition to creating and scheduling content, you’ll want to become comfortable analyzing KPIs, researching trends, and being flexible.
Here are some ideas to start building a social media business.
According to ZipRecruiter, Social Media Managers make around $31.18 per hour. This is almost exactly what I earned when I did Social Media Marketing several years ago.
11. Transcriber
A transcriber is someone who converts audio content into writing.
Maybe you’re wondering what skills you need? Great question! To be a good transcriber, you need excellent typing skills, both fast and accurate. You’ll also need strong listening, punctuation, grammar, and spelling skills.
There are different types of transcription, such as general, legal, and medical transcription.
Transcriptionists earn around $27.06 per hour, according to Indeed. Pay can be per audio minute or audio hour and varies based on the type of transcription you do.
Training isn’t typically required, but it can be beneficial, especially if you’re considering a more specialized area like legal transcription. Due to the use of electronic medical records, medical transcription is a dying field.
To learn general or legal transcription, check out Transcribe Anywhere.
For remote jobs that don’t require talking, this is another one to add to your list of possibilities. There are many online transcription opportunities.
12. Translator
If you speak a second or a third language, translation work is a great remote job to consider.
Typically, you will need to have a C1 or C2 level in the language. To get a position, you might need to take a test or show a certificate or proof of your fluency in the language.
Also consider your previous experience. If you worked in education, healthcare, law, etc., could you do translation work in that industry?
According to Indeed, the average pay for a translator is $24.87 per hour. Keep in mind that this number can also vary based on location, position, language, training, etc.
To find open positions, look into these remote translator jobs.
13. Virtual Assistant
If you enjoy variety and are good at picking up new skills, you can excel in virtual assistant roles.
As a virtual assistant (VA), you might work on tasks such as:
- Making phone calls
- Creating content (Writing blog posts, scheduling social media posts)
- Managing a schedule and email
- Planning and coordinating
- Offering customer service support
You might find that you especially enjoy and are good at 1-2 of these tasks, and then you could even specialize in a specific area in your next job.
Indeed says that you can make around $22.16 per hour as a virtual assistant.
To get started, create a virtual assistant portfolio and explore these top-earning VA services.
14. Video Editor
Here’s one last option for remote jobs that don’t require talking.
With the popularity of YouTube, social media, and other video content, video editing is a valuable skill.
If you already have a YouTube channel or edit your own social content, create a portfolio to highlight your best work.
According to ZipRecruiter, video editors average about $31.60 per hour.
Learn at least one video editing software and practice telling a story through your content.
If you don’t know where to find work, try either Upwork or Fiverr to get some experience.
Quiet Remote Jobs: Final Thoughts
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