10 Ways Designers Can Make Money Online

Graphic Design A Comprehensive Guide March 29, 2023

Monetize Your Blog

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Sell Your Design

You’ll earn a small amount per sale from most marketplaces and stock photo sites. 2

Create and Sell Course

ou can earn money from your content, build a brand, and open doors to new job opportunities. Teach others and spread your valuable knowledge. 3

Use Affiliate Marketing

Affiliate marketing is one of the most popular ways to make money online. It involves promoting other people’s products and earning a commission on your sales. 4

Build WordPress Website

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Create a Portfolio Website

A portfolio website is an essential tool for any designer and can also be a source of income. You can make more money by creating an online store to sell items bearing your designs. 6

Write for Money

You can make money writing online with freelance platforms or blogs looking for authors or advertisers to partner with. 7

Use Print on Demand

You can create designs for products like t-shirts, mugs, phone cases, and more. When a customer orders, the product is printed and shipped directly. 8

Sell Your Designs on Merchandise

Like print on demand, you can also sell your designs on merchandise like t-shirts, hoodies, stickers, and more through platforms like Redbubble and Society6 9

Offer Design Service

Finally, one of the most obvious ways to make money as a designer is to offer your services. You can work as a freelance designer and find clients on platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, or 99design 10