When Theresa Anderson had a baby in 2014, she quit her job as a prop and costume maker to stay home with her son full-time. She soon realized, however, that she missed having a creative outlet — and that bringing in some extra money for her family would really help with expenses.
Anderson, from Grand Rapids, Michigan, had heard of Fiverr, a freelance services marketplace, through another mom. She joined and soon began working a flexible side hustle as a photo editor for five to 10 hours a week around her son’s nap schedule.
Now, she puts in 15 to 30 hours a week, charging $5 to $25 per photo, depending on how much time each requires. To date, Anderson has made about $25,000. She puts some of the cash toward trips to England where her family lives and is saving the rest for her son’s future.
“It’s a great way to continue to do what I love, but on my own schedule,” she says.
