Have you ever wondered if your typing skills could actually make you money?
Maybe you’ve seen those flashy “work from your phone and make $10,000 a month” ads and thought, “Yeah right.” But here’s the truth: while those scammy schemes are best avoided, there are real, legitimate ways to earn thousands of dollars each month from home—just by using your typing skills.
Hi, I’m Abbey Ashley, founder of The Virtual Savvy, and I’m passionate about helping people find real work-from-home opportunities. I started my business while juggling life as a new mom and was able to replace both my income and my husband’s, all from my kitchen table. If I can do it, so can you.
You don’t need fancy degrees or high-tech skills. If you can type, stay organized, and communicate clearly, you’ve already got what it takes to get started. In this post, I’ll walk you through 15 legit online typing jobs you can start right now, no fluff, no gimmicks.
💻 Database & Admin Typing Jobs
Let’s start with some foundational typing jobs that are all about organizing and processing information—skills you likely already have.
1. Data Entry
2. Video Transcription
3. Captioning
4. Database Management
5. Market Research & Data Collection
Data entry is often one of the first jobs people land online. It might sound simple (because it is), but it's surprisingly valuable to business owners. Whether it’s typing customer information, product listings, or invoices into spreadsheets, this job is all about accuracy and attention to detail. You might be entering data into Google Sheets, Excel, or even CRMs like Airtable or ClickUp.
Ever seen the video descriptions below YouTube content? Someone has to write those! While AI tools can create transcripts, they often need a human to clean up the grammar, clarify context, and make the final version readable. Transcribing videos into blog posts, summaries, or captions is a high-value skill, especially for coaches, YouTubers, and educators.
Captions help videos become more accessible—and more searchable. Again, tools like YouTube’s auto-captioning help, but they aren’t 100% accurate. If you have a good eye for detail and can listen carefully, you can edit captions and create polished, viewer-friendly subtitles.
Beyond just entering data, this involves organizing it into a system—whether that’s spreadsheets, Airtable, or CRMs. This might include customer records, product inventory, or tracking social media analytics. Knowing a bit of Excel or Airtable can make you stand out.
Companies are constantly trying to understand their audiences. That’s where surveys, polls, and data collection come in. You can help collect and compile the results into readable reports, which helps businesses make smarter decisions. It’s typing work—but with purpose.
✍️ Content Creation Typing Jobs
If you enjoy writing or content creation, these typing jobs might be right up your alley.
6. Copy Typing
7. Blog Writing
8. Social Media Content Writing
9. eBook Typing
10. Ghostwriting
This is the big leagues of typing-based content creation. As a ghostwriter, you’ll interview clients or gather their ideas and turn them into full-length books, guides, or blogs—all while writing in their voice. One ghostwriter I know charges $10,000 per book. Yes, really.
Copy typing involves turning handwritten or scanned documents into digital files. While it might sound a bit old-school, many small business owners still rely on this to turn old notes, forms, or paper content into usable formats. It’s straightforward and ideal for beginners.
If you’ve got a way with words, blog writing is one of the most lucrative typing jobs you can grow into. Many bloggers, influencers, and business owners need help creating weekly or monthly blog posts. You might start at $20–$30/hour, but experienced writers can easily charge $60–$75/hour or more.
Even if you don’t love designing social media posts, you can still write the captions that go with them. Platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook all require clever, engaging text. And guess what? That’s a typing job. If you’re witty and understand a brand’s tone, this could be perfect for you.
Many entrepreneurs want to create an eBook to grow their business, but they need help actually typing it up. Sometimes, the content exists in old blog posts, videos, or even voice memos. You’ll organize it into a clean, readable format. Bonus points if you can design it into a PDF using tools like Canva.
🎯 Specialist Typing Jobs
Ready to niche down even more? These specialized jobs often pay higher rates and offer long-term work.
11. Podcast Transcription & Repurposing
12. Webinar Chat Support
13. Customer Service Email Management
14. Community Management
15. General Virtual Assistant Typing Tasks
You can offer a package (e.g., 10 hours/month for $300) and include several of the above tasks. The best part? You set your own rates and choose the clients you want to work with.
Transcribe podcast episodes and transform them into show notes, blog posts, or email newsletters. This adds massive value for podcast hosts who want to get more mileage from their content.
Live webinars are a popular way to sell products and build community. During a webinar, the presenter needs someone behind the scenes to monitor the chat, answer questions, and drop links. It’s fast-paced, but simple if you’re a good multitasker.
This is the service most small businesses need—and one of the easiest to get started with. If you’re organized, empathetic, and a strong communicator, you can offer email support services and quickly become indispensable to your clients.
Many entrepreneurs have online communities on Facebook, Slack, or other platforms. They need someone to welcome new members, answer questions, and keep the space active and positive. If you like people and enjoy helping, this might be your calling.
If you’re not sure where to start, just start with general virtual assistant work. Tasks could include:
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Typing up meeting notes
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Sending and replying to emails
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Scheduling social media posts
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Managing calendars or inboxes
🔍 Where to Find Online Typing Jobs
Now that you’ve seen what’s possible, you might be wondering: Where do I actually find these jobs?
✅ Entry-Level Platforms:
✅ Freelance Marketplaces:
✅ Start Your Own VA Business:
Why?
If you’re ready to take the leap, I highly recommend my free training:
👉 Become a Booked Out Virtual Assistant
You’ll learn how to price and package your services, create a killer client pitch, and land your first (or next) client.
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Rev, TranscribeMe, and Scribie are good places to test the waters, especially for transcription and captioning work.
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These jobs are typically lower-paying but offer valuable experience.
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Upwork, Fiverr, and Freelancer.com have thousands of typing and admin job listings.
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Filter by hourly rate to avoid low-paying gigs (e.g., set a $20/hr minimum).
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Create a strong profile that clearly explains your services and value.
Want to make the most money and build a sustainable business? Start your own virtual assistant business.
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You set your own rates
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You choose your clients
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You offer packages (not hourly work)
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You build long-term relationships and recurring income
