Working from home used to mean blurry Zoom calls and typing in sweatpants. But the remote revolution has gone weird—in the best way. People are getting paid to watch paint dry (okay, not exactly), narrate video game battles, or act as virtual friends. If you’ve ever dreamed of skipping the 9-to-5 for something way less normal, welcome to your new obsession.
We scoured the digital universe to find the most unusual remote jobs that are actually real and actually pay. Some are creative, some are downright bizarre, and all of them prove one thing: making money online doesn’t have to be boring.
Professional Cuddler (Without the Cuddling)
Let’s start weird and work our way up. Sites like RentAFriend and Papa let people hire remote “companions” for virtual conversations, gaming sessions, or even just checking in with elderly clients who need a friendly voice.
You’re not a therapist, and you don’t need a degree in empathy. You just need to be friendly, chatty, and totally fine with talking to strangers.
Weirdness rating: 7/10
Pay: $10 to $30 per hour
Perk: You can literally list “professional friend” on your LinkedIn (if you dare)
Virtual Interior Decorator for Video Game Homes
This is for people who look at a digital living room and think, “Those throw pillows are all wrong.” Games like The Sims, Animal Crossing, and Minecraft have thriving online marketplaces where people pay real cash for interior design consultations, in-game builds, or layout planning.
If you’ve got an eye for pixel-perfect aesthetics, you can start offering services on platforms like Fiverr or Reddit forums.
Weirdness rating: 8/10
Pay: $5 to $100+ per project
Perk: No one will ever spill coffee on your digital couch
Voice Actor for Audio Erotica (Yes, Really)
This one is NSFW but perfectly legal and surprisingly profitable. Sites like Swoon and Lush Dreaming are always looking for voice talent who can bring steamy scripts to life. You don’t need to show your face or have a sultry British accent. Just a quiet room, a good mic, and a willingness to say weird stuff with confidence.
Weirdness rating: 9/10
Pay: $50 to $500 per project
Perk: You’re getting paid to talk dirty. That’s it. That’s the perk.
Digital Fortune Teller
People still pay for tarot card readings, astrology sessions, and palm readings. And now, most of it happens online. Whether you’re a seasoned mystic or just good at improv with a deck of cards, you can offer readings through Keen, Kasamba, or your own social media.
Pro tip: weird works. The more unique your brand, the more clients will flock to you.
Weirdness rating: 7.5/10
Pay: $1 to $5 per minute
Perk: You get to say “I see a raise in your future” and mean it
Remote Bug Bounty Hunter
Not the kind of bugs you squish with a shoe. These are digital vulnerabilities hiding in websites, apps, and systems. If you’ve got a curious mind and a bit of coding knowledge, platforms like HackerOne and Bugcrowd will pay you to find and report them.
It’s like treasure hunting for nerds, and yes, it’s 100% legal.
Weirdness rating: 6/10
Pay: $50 to $10,000 per bug
Perk: You get paid to break things (responsibly)
User Tester for… Basically Everything
You can earn money giving feedback on websites, apps, dating platforms, or even smart toasters. Yes, that’s a thing. Companies want honest opinions, and you don’t need tech skills—just a webcam and a willingness to say what you’re thinking.
Try:
- UserTesting
- TryMyUI
- PlaytestCloud for games
Weirdness rating: 5/10
Pay: $10 to $60 per test
Perk: You get paid to be judgmental
Online Juror
Lawyers prepping for trial want to test their arguments with “mock juries” online. You log in, read through case documents, answer questions, and get paid. No law degree required.
Sign up at:
Weirdness rating: 6.5/10
Pay: $20 to $60 per case
Perk: You get to weigh in on fake legal drama without being sequestered
Paranormal Consultant
Yes, ghost consulting is a thing. People hire remote experts to analyze weird occurrences, review evidence, or just offer spooky moral support. Paranormal message boards, niche forums, and YouTube channels are all places where this side hustle thrives.
Even if you don’t believe in ghosts, plenty of people do—and they’ll pay for your insight.
Weirdness rating: 9/10
Pay: Varies wildly
Perk: You can write off EMF detectors on your taxes (probably)
Professional Line-Sitter (Now a Remote Gig Too)
You might think line-sitting requires being physically present, but welcome to the age of outsourcing. Some folks now offer virtual “line concierge” services. For example, you schedule appointments, reserve restaurant tables online, or navigate tricky booking systems (like scoring Taylor Swift tickets or government appointments) on behalf of others.
Sites like TaskRabbit and niche gig platforms are full of people looking for this oddly valuable help.
Weirdness rating: 7/10
Pay: $20 to $50 per appointment or booking
Perk: You become the hero who conquers the DMV from your sofa
Remote “Note-Taker” for College Students
Let’s be honest—some students will do anything not to take their own notes. That’s where you come in. Through platforms like StudySoup or OneClass, you can upload detailed lecture notes, summaries, or even create custom study guides.
If you love organizing information and don’t mind getting a peek at Bio 101 again, it’s a low-stress way to earn passively.
Weirdness rating: 6/10
Pay: $25 to $300 per class depending on note quality
Perk: You get smarter while other people slack off
Comment Section Moderator (AKA Paid Troll Hunter)
Someone has to keep internet chaos in check—and yes, people get paid to do it. Companies hire remote moderators to police social media pages, forums, Discord servers, and comment sections. You delete spam, remove trolls, and enforce the vibe.
Look for gigs on ModSquad, Upwork, or The Social Element.
Weirdness rating: 7.5/10
Pay: $15 to $25 per hour
Perk: You finally get to tell someone to “read the rules” and mean it
Remote Trivia Host
Love bar trivia but hate bars? Be a virtual trivia host. From Zoom events to YouTube livestreams, companies and private groups pay people to organize and emcee fun, brainy events.
Platforms like CrowdPurr or even Eventbrite let you host or list your own games.
Weirdness rating: 6.5/10
Pay: $50 to $200 per event
Perk: It’s like being Alex Trebek in your pajamas
Human Chat Companion for AI Apps
Yes, you read that right. Some apps want human “trainers” to chat with their AI systems and help them become more human-like. Others hire people to be roleplay chat partners for users (think: Dungeons & Dragons, romantic simulators, or futuristic mentors).
Check platforms like AI Dungeon or even freelance boards looking for chatbot scriptwriters.
Weirdness rating: 9/10
Pay: $15 to $60 per hour
Perk: You get paid to talk to robots. The future is now
Remote “Argument Buddy” (People Literally Pay for Debate Practice)
There are platforms—yes, real ones—where people hire strangers to debate them for fun or personal growth. Some want to prep for law school. Others just enjoy arguing about pineapple on pizza.
Post your services on Reddit, Discord, or marketplaces like Fiverr and offer structured debates or creative improv arguments.
Weirdness rating: 8/10
Pay: $10 to $50 per session
Perk: You get paid to be right. Or wrong. But mostly loud
Niche Sound Effect Creator
Every podcast, video, game, and app needs sounds—and weird sounds are in high demand. If you can record unique, high-quality audio clips (think squeaky floors, goat bleats, or alien spaceship doors), you can sell them on Pond5, AudioJungle, or even Freesound.
You don’t need a studio. Just a decent mic, creativity, and some truly strange ideas.
Weirdness rating: 8/10
Pay: $5 to $50+ per download
Perk: You can make money from slurping soup into a microphone
Social Media Comment Writer (Yes, Like for Influencers)
Influencers, small businesses, and even larger brands hire ghostwriters to craft replies, comments, and DMs to keep engagement high. Your job is to sound exactly like them while responding to fans, customers, or haters.
If you’ve ever wanted to pretend you’re a cat with 40k followers or a snack company with attitude, now’s your moment.
Weirdness rating: 7.5/10
Pay: $10 to $25 per hour
Perk: You get to be famous-ish without being seen
Product Reviewer for the Downright Strange
If you’re opinionated and willing to test the weirdest gadgets the internet can deliver, product review gigs might be your thing. From pet DNA kits to wearable fans for your armpits (yes, that exists), brands pay for honest reviews on blogs, YouTube, or TikTok.
Some send you free products. Others pay per post. Either way, you can monetize your hot takes.
Sites to start with:
Weirdness rating: 8.5/10
Pay: Free products plus $20 to $200 per review
Perk: You get paid to be that person with opinions about everything
Online Game Master for RPG Campaigns
If you’ve ever run a Dungeons & Dragons campaign and thought “This should be my job,” guess what—it can be. There’s an entire market of players looking to hire professional Game Masters to run custom campaigns, one-shots, or long-term games remotely.
Sites like StartPlaying let you list your availability and game type. You set your rates and get paid to create fantasy chaos.
Weirdness rating: 9/10
Pay: $10 to $50 per player, per session
Perk: You control the universe (and the loot drops)
Remote ASMR Artist
Got a soothing voice? Or the ability to make oddly satisfying noises like page turning, whispering, or crinkling packaging? The ASMR scene might be calling. You can earn through YouTube, TikTok, OnlyFans (yes, for ASMR too), or by creating custom audio requests.
This niche is massive, and people will pay for audio that gives them the “tingles.”
Weirdness rating: 9.5/10
Pay: $5 to $500+ per video or session
Perk: You get paid to whisper into a mic and tap things
Obituary Writer (From Anywhere)
Writing final farewells may not seem weird—until you realize people are hiring freelancers remotely to write pre-death obituaries. Think of it as legacy writing meets personality profiling, with a darkly creative twist.
Many writers offer obituary packages on Fiverr, Upwork, or through funeral planning services.
Weirdness rating: 8/10
Pay: $30 to $150 per obituary
Perk: You become a ghostwriter. Literally
Weird Skill Teacher on Zoom
Do you juggle rubber chickens? Know how to build a potato-powered radio? Or maybe you can teach people how to speak in pirate slang? Whatever your oddball expertise, someone out there probably wants to learn it.
Platforms like Outschool and Skillshare reward creativity. The more unique the class, the more it stands out.
Weirdness rating: 10/10
Pay: $15 to $100 per class
Perk: You make the weird into wisdom
Final Thoughts: The Weird Is Your Weapon
If you’ve ever felt like your interests were too niche, too strange, or just not “professional” enough, the remote economy is here to prove you wrong. These unusual remote jobs aren’t just side hustles—they’re proof that weird skills and bold creativity are marketable assets.
There is freedom in the offbeat. Whether you’re narrating steamy audiobooks, moderating cat meme forums, or whispering into a microphone for ASMR fans, the message is the same: there’s room for everyone to earn—on your terms, with your quirks, from wherever you want.
So go ahead. Embrace the bizarre. Make weird your brand. Your dream job might be weirder—and more wonderful—than you ever imagined.
