S2 E3: Best Side Hustles for Artists: Ranking Every Gig We’ve Tried
34m | Nov 12, 2025In this episode, Carissa and Emma Claire break down and rank 15+ real-life side hustles they've actually done - Fiverr, babysitting, Etsy sales, background acting, Poshmark, and Pickle fashion rentals (just to name a few). Whether you're a performer, actor, freelancer, or multi-hyphenate looking to make money on your own terms, this episode gives you the honest truth about what's flexible, profitable, and what's simply not worth your time. If you’ve ever Googled “best side hustles for artists” or “creative freelance jobs,” this is your sign to tune in!
Get our FREE pdf "100 Side Hustles For Artists, Actors, and Creatives" here!
WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:
- Our honest ratings of side hustles like Instacart, Etsy, Poshmark, Pickle, Fiverr, choir gigs, and more
- Why not every gig is sustainable and how to know when it's not worth your time
- How to think about scalability and creative alignment when evaluating new income streams
- The surprising side hustles that actually paid well (and the ones we will never do again)
- Go-to tools, platforms, and podcasts to help you explore new gigs and start earning
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
- Tools & Platforms Mentioned:
- Fiverr: Freelance service marketplace
- Pickle: Peer-to-peer fashion rental platform
- Poshmark: Emma Claire’s Referral Link
- Facebook Groups
- Fun On Weekdays Networking & Career
- Brand Ambassadors of New York
- Brand Ambassadors of Atlanta
- Podcasts:
- The Side Hustle Show: Interviews with unique and scalable side hustlers
- Side Checks Podcast: Creative business and side hustle insights (archived episodes available)
- How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy: Etsy strategy tips for handmade and digital products
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- 5 Things Financial Checklist + other free tools to organize your money
- Get our FREE pdf "100 Side Hustles For Artists, Actors, and Creatives" here!
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