Yes, you read that right. You don’t need to be a tech genius to land a well-paying remote job. If you know your way around a computer—things like typing, emailing, using Google Docs, or joining Zoom calls—you’re already ahead of the game.
In fact, I’ve met people (including a friend who used to work at a local bookstore) who switched to remote jobs with zero coding experience and are now making more than $70,000 a year. So, if you're ready to ditch the daily commute and work from the comfort of your couch, this article is for you.
Let’s dive into 9 remote jobs that are in high demand, pay well, and only require basic computer skills.
1. Virtual Assistant
Average Salary: $70,000–$85,000/year
Virtual assistants (VAs) assist businesses in simple things such as making meeting schedules, responding to emails, organizing files, and posting on social media.
You can work under one client or several at a time. The best part? You can use such tools as Gmail, Google Calendar, and Zoom to do most of the work – nothing special
Pro tip: Begin with providing services in such platforms as Upwork or Belay. So as your reputation increases, so shall your income.
2. Customer Support Specialist
Average Salary: $70,000–$80,000/year
This job may well be the ideal if you are a good talker and problem-buster. Customer support specialists support users with email, live chat or phone calls.
You won’t need any tech skills apart from typing, copy-pasting and browsing through customer support software (which is usually user friendly).
Some companies even give training, so no problem even if you’ve never done it before.
3. Data Entry Clerk
Average Salary: $70,000–$75,000/year
Data entry is something dull, but it does pay well and does not take much more than basic typing skills and close attention to detail.
Most times you’ll be transferring information from one place to another or updating spreadsheets. A strong knowledge of Excel or Google Sheets is a definite advantage but, yet again, it’s relatively easy to get used to.
You be my jam if you enjoy repetitive tasks and things quiet.
4. Social Media Manager (Beginner Level)
Average Salary: $70,000–$90,000/year
Want to waste time on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok? You may be paid for it!
There are many small businesses that require assistance in running their social media accounts. Daily operations comprise posting updates, answering comments, and generating content ideas.
There is no need to be an expert in analytics or paid ads – just someone that knows what kind of posts land views.
True story: My cousin began first by managing posts for a local bakery, and is now a remote worker for a major fashion brand.
5. Online Sales Representative
Average Salary: $70,000–$100,000/year (including commissions)
While sales can be scary to some, many companies are hiring remote reps to chat with potential customers and sales without having to cold call.
Major communication is through Zoom, email or chat. As long as you are able to develop rapport and make people comfortable, you will be successful in this role.
Bonus: Some positions pay commission, and that increases your pay instantaneously.
6. Content Moderator
Average Salary: $70,000–$80,000/year
Content moderators assist to screen user-generated content, such as Facebook or YouTube, to ensure that it adheres to the community guidelines.
You will be tag updull posts or examine reported comments. It is primarily Click, Read, and Good sense.
The work can become somewhat tedious, but it’s simple—and well-paid.
7. Recruiting Coordinator
Average Salary: $75,000–$95,000/year
Recruiter and their helpers assist companies in attracting new employees. With the position of a recruiting coordinator, you’ll arrange interviews, handle applications, and write emails to candidates.
It’s primarily organizing things and keeping on top of things—things you probably already do in life.
Some recruiters even become freelancers and make their choice of clients and hours.
8. Online Tutor (Non-Technical Subjects)
Average Salary: $70,000–$100,000/year
If if you are talented at explaining subjects such as English or history, or even primary math, then online tutoring may be a very good idea.
Numerous students across the world require assistance and doing things like VIPKid or Wyzant, you can determine your own hours.
You don’t have to be certified teacher—just be able to speak clearly and understand the subject reasonably well.
My tip: Start with what you know. What you may be amazed at is how useful your knowledge is to another.
9. Transcriptionist
Average Salary: $70,000–$80,000/year
Transcription entails listening to audio recordings and typing what you are hearing. Podcasts, YouTube video, courts, and medical clinic are ones where transcriptionists are needed.
This is a wonderful job to do from home if you are a fast and efficient typer
There are even companies offering entry-level position to beginners. All that is required is a good set of headphones, and a quiet place to work at.
Final Thoughts: You don’t have to be a tech wizard.
I understand that it’s quite scary, when you hear about remote jobs, and everybody is talking about “machine learning” and “Python,” huh? But the truth is, lots of well-paid positions only require an honest, organized, office-person with no technical skills required
There is no need for you to have knowledge of coding or complicate websites. If you can handle email, type fast, and are eager to use a few new tools, you’re already where you need to be
Most of them offer flexibility as well, letting you fit the work around the family schedule or travel while working full-time.
Where to Start
There are several job search websites that are rather beginner friendly to look for these jobs and include:
- Indeed.com
- WeWorkRemotely.com
- Remote.co
- Upwork.com
- FlexJobs.com
Make sure to update your resume and write a simple college cover letter and then every application should be adjusted for every job. Trust me; a little effort is a lot.
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