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Bringing positivity and happiness to our lives can sometimes be a struggle. It takes intention and dedication to overcome many of the harder things life throws our way.
But your job doesn’t have to be one of those harder things. Many jobs have some element of positivity and happiness — or just sound fun to do. That’s why we compiled a list of fun, uplifting remote jobs hiring now.
We hope you’ll take it in the lighthearted spirit intended!
Explore the following list of fun-sounding jobs we’ve curated and consider if any of these opportunities would bring some joy to your work life.
1. Adjunct Faculty – Music Recording Technology
The University of Virginia – UVA was founded by Thomas Jefferson and is now one of the most distinguished public institutions of higher education in the United States.
The adjunct faculty member will plan and teach courses in music recording technology, including developing course syllabi and instructional materials. This is a part-time, hybrid remote job open to applicants in Virginia.
2. Assistant Director of Sports Programs, Intramurals
The University of Iowa is that state’s oldest institution of higher education and a leading public research university. The assistant director will work on the recreational services team to advance intramural sports opportunities for the university by developing and implementing campus programs and special events.
This is a full-time, hybrid remote job with an alternative schedule open to applicants in Iowa City, Iowa.
3. Associate Buyer, Antiques and Vintage – Rejuvenation
Williams-Sonoma is a multichannel specialty retailer of quality home products and one of the largest ecommerce retailers in the United States.
The associate buyer will work on the rejuvenation merchandising team, collaborating with brand partners, customers, and vendors to assist with sourcing and merchandising one-of-a-kind antique inventory. This is a full-time, hybrid remote job open to applicants in Portland, Oregon.
4. Crypto Video Editor and Animator
Token Metrics, a research company specializing in cryptocurrency investment, helps users “reach their financial freedom goals.”
The video editor and animator will arrange, assemble, and process recorded and stock footage into engaging videos according to the directorial vision and project goals.
This is a full-time, 100{b35c98fb0b5373898aeb6e2d0db4f287402c3d8e7e09edb32fb78fc4e77f672b} remote job, and there are several openings for this role in locations from Morocco to Vietnam.
5. Exploration Geologist
KoBold Metals develops machine prospector technology and aims to build the world’s largest collection of geoscience information. The exploration geologist will help the company make valuable discoveries by designing and overseeing field programs, evaluating properties for acquisition potential, and generating targets.
This is a full-time, 100{b35c98fb0b5373898aeb6e2d0db4f287402c3d8e7e09edb32fb78fc4e77f672b} remote job open to applicants across the United States and Canada.
6. Food and Drink Writer
Narcity Media is an advertising, marketing, and media company that specializes in producing high-quality digital content that connects readers to their cities. The food and drink writer will produce SEO-focused food and drink content ranging from product reviews and comparisons to restaurant lists. This is a freelance, temporary, 100{b35c98fb0b5373898aeb6e2d0db4f287402c3d8e7e09edb32fb78fc4e77f672b} remote job open to applicants across the United States and Canada.
7. Game Tester
Testronic Laboratories provides quality assurance software and services for gaming and entertainment providers. The game tester must be proficient in both English and Italian and will test games to assess audio, cultural correctness, style, text, and tone, as well as find and correct translation errors and spelling mistakes.
This is a freelance, temporary, 100{b35c98fb0b5373898aeb6e2d0db4f287402c3d8e7e09edb32fb78fc4e77f672b} remote job with an alternative schedule open to applicants in Poland.
8. Lexicographer
Dictionary.com offers mobile and online resources for learning and word discovery. The lexicographer will work on the content team for Dictionary.com and Thesaurus.com to create and edit reference materials, including creating and revising definitions, researching and writing etymologies, and selecting fun and creative words for its Word of the Day and Synonym of the Day.
This is a full-time, 100{b35c98fb0b5373898aeb6e2d0db4f287402c3d8e7e09edb32fb78fc4e77f672b} remote job open to applicants across the United States.
9. Pop Culture and Entertainment Reporter
Newsweek is an award-winning news magazine and website dedicated to providing quality journalism and in-depth analysis in areas from politics to culture. The pop culture and entertainment reporter will research, source, pitch, and write several entertainment stories daily.
This is a full-time, freelance, 100{b35c98fb0b5373898aeb6e2d0db4f287402c3d8e7e09edb32fb78fc4e77f672b} remote job open to applicants across the United Kingdom and Ireland.
10. PowerPoint Designer
Aquent Talent is a leader in talent and recruiting for marketing, creative, and design fields. The PowerPoint designer will turn complex information into visually appealing PowerPoint presentations that include animations, graphics, and custom templates aligned with a client company’s branding and communication goals.
This is a temporary, 100{b35c98fb0b5373898aeb6e2d0db4f287402c3d8e7e09edb32fb78fc4e77f672b} remote job open to applicants in Hartford, Connecticut.