WORKING WHILE WE WAIT
Discover a curated list of flexible gigs perfect for filling the gaps between jobs. These side jobs require minimal setup, allowing you to easily pick them up when you need extra income and pause without hassle. Whether you're looking for short-term projects or casual work, this blog provides practical options that fit seamlessly into your schedule, helping you maintain financial stability while transitioning careers.
When production slows down—or you’re taking time to figure out your next move—the bills don’t hit pause.
Here are a few "survival jobs" worth exploring, specific to us production and media folks. And who knows? Along the way, you might even discover a new avenue worth pursuing in your New Reality:
🚗 On-the-Go Gigs
Uber: It's not just for passengers, there is food delivery, and packages as well! Think of it like going on a run.
TaskRabbit: Help with moving, assembling furniture, or odd jobs—perfect if you like physical work, and it's kind a like being on set.
Rover: Dog walking and pet sitting can be a surprisingly steady source of income. Animal wrangler anyone?
💻 Digital & Freelance
Upwork: Put your media skills to work on editing, writing, design, or admin projects.
Ipsos iSay: Quick online tasks, app testing, and surveys, like a focus group for your favorite products and brands.
📚 Teaching & Tutoring
Online Tutoring: Teach what you know—whether it’s media skills, English, or creative hobbies.
Create a Class: Think of it like writing your own show. Engage your audience, and teach them something new.
💡 Creative Side Cash
Affiliate Links: Use your media chops to highlight products you love on social media and earn commission over time.
Stock Footage: Edit and upload video or photography for licensing. You used it on a project, now use it for your pay.
Product Review: Write or record a product review, and get paid when it resonates with a customer. You are your own audience.
Flexjobs: Get to know the variety of what's available in your area.
These jobs might not replace a full production paycheck, but they buy you time, flexibility, and breathing room. The biggest takeaway? Your skills are adaptable. Whether you’re wrangling gear on set or wrangling groceries, the hustle, organization, and people skills you honed in production transfer everywhere.
