{"id":90504,"date":"2024-05-22T08:26:00","date_gmt":"2024-05-22T13:26:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/?p=90504"},"modified":"2025-08-01T21:13:27","modified_gmt":"2025-08-02T02:13:27","slug":"gis-freelancing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/gis-freelancing\/","title":{"rendered":"GIS Freelancing: Is It Possible?"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-image90504_4be5f1-1f .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image90504_4be5f1-1f size-medium_large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"461\" src=\"https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancer-Feature-768x461.jpg\" alt=\"GIS Freelancer Feature\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-90506\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancer-Feature-768x461.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancer-Feature-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancer-Feature-678x407.jpg 678w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancer-Feature-200x120.jpg 200w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancer-Feature-425x255.jpg 425w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancer-Feature-550x330.jpg 550w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancer-Feature-115x69.jpg 115w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancer-Feature-360x216.jpg 360w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancer-Feature.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>Looking for a GIS side hustle? I am not a big believer in <strong>GIS freelancing<\/strong>. No guaranteed salary. No benefits. No paid vacation. No statutory holidays. What&#8217;s there to like?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With all this trash talk already, could there be a light at the end of the tunnel? Today, let&#8217;s look into the world of GIS as a freelancing opportunity.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">GIS Freelance Jobs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The demand for GIS freelancing isn&#8217;t there. If you already have a connection for a GIS service that you provide, GIS freelancing can be easier to break into. But once you do break into it, <strong>word of mouth<\/strong> goes a long way. This is when winning RFPs becomes less of a priority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s not realistic to start freelancing in GIS without prior experience or an established network. Over time, you can <strong>build up your portfolio<\/strong>. Know your strengths. A degree or a GIS certification helps. The more, the better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don&#8217;t have any connections, where do you start? If you register for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.upwork.com\/nx\/search\/talent\/?q=GIS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Upwork<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/tidd.ly\/4mh2KXo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Fiverr<\/a>, remember that you&#8217;re competing with GIS professionals from India and Eastern Europe. Unfortunately, Upwork also takes a cut so it&#8217;s not the most lucrative option.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image90504_2c681d-9f .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image90504_2c681d-9f\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"678\" height=\"308\" src=\"https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Upwork-GIS-678x308.jpg\" alt=\"Upwork GIS\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-90512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Upwork-GIS-678x308.jpg 678w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Upwork-GIS-300x136.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Upwork-GIS-768x349.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Upwork-GIS-200x91.jpg 200w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Upwork-GIS-425x193.jpg 425w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Upwork-GIS-550x250.jpg 550w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Upwork-GIS-115x52.jpg 115w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Upwork-GIS-1000x454.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Upwork-GIS-360x164.jpg 360w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Upwork-GIS.jpg 1292w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 678px) 100vw, 678px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remote Contract Jobs<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image90504_9f4507-72.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image90504_9f4507-72 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:350px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image90504_9f4507-72.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image90504_9f4507-72 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image90504_9f4507-72 figure{max-width:350px;}.kb-image90504_9f4507-72 .image-is-svg, .kb-image90504_9f4507-72 .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image90504_9f4507-72 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image90504_9f4507-72\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"425\" height=\"425\" src=\"https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancing-425x425.jpg\" alt=\"GIS Freelancing\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-90510\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancing-425x425.jpg 425w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancing-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancing-678x678.jpg 678w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancing-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancing-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancing-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancing-550x550.jpg 550w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancing-115x115.jpg 115w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancing-360x360.jpg 360w, https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GIS-Freelancing.jpg 899w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 425px) 100vw, 425px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of freelancing, why not consider remote contract positions? Since the end of Covid, remote work has gained a lot of popularity. In fact, some companies still prefer it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most remote jobs are typically on a monthly basis. But you can make pretty good money doing them. A Bachelor&#8217;s degree or <a href=\"https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/gis-certification-is-it-worth-it\/\">GIS certification<\/a> is often good enough for most companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For skills, any sort of coding or development is always a good start. If you are in an Esri environment, learning <a href=\"https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/python-libraries-gis-mapping\/\">Python<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/arcgis-arcade\/\">Arcade<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/gisgeography.com\/esri-javascript-api-webmaps-webscenes\/\">Javascript<\/a> are all beneficial.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Get Started for GIS Freelance Jobs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The problem with freelance work is that it&#8217;s not just the freelance work. But gathering clients is the toughest part. Who are your clients?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the best recommendations for potential clients:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items90504_da1dd6-e7:not(.this-stops-third-party-issues){margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items90504_da1dd6-e7 ul.kt-svg-icon-list:not(.this-prevents-issues):not(.this-stops-third-party-issues):not(.tijsloc){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items90504_da1dd6-e7 ul.kt-svg-icon-list{grid-row-gap:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items90504_da1dd6-e7 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap .kt-svg-icon-list-single{margin-right:10px;}.kt-svg-icon-list-items90504_da1dd6-e7 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-level-0 .kt-svg-icon-list-single svg{font-size:20px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items90504_da1dd6-e7 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\"><ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\"><style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-90504_199c5c-83 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-90504_199c5c-83\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs)<\/strong>: These businesses may require GIS services for specific projects. It could be related to market analysis, site selection, or environmental monitoring.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-90504_f8de54-e6 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-90504_f8de54-e6\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Local Government<\/strong>: Smaller municipalities may require a GIS freelancer when they lack in-house GIS capabilities. This could be anything from urban planning to infrastructure management or application development.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-90504_b2a83e-30 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-90504_b2a83e-30\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Researchers:<\/strong> Individuals working on projects, like professors, historians, or researchers, might hire GIS freelancers. They might need custom mapping or spatial analysis to support their work.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-90504_d92f8e-55 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-90504_d92f8e-55\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Consulting Firms<\/strong>: Firms that offer environmental or engineering services might also hire GIS freelancers. This can supplement their team when they require specific GIS expertise.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-90504_08c80e-df .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-90504_08c80e-df\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Startups<\/strong>: New companies, particularly in technology, logistics, or location-based services, may hire GIS freelancers. Startups often need help with data analysis without investing in a full-time position.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>GIS freelancers can charge <strong>anywhere from $30 to $150 per hour<\/strong>. This depends on the work. Typically, lower rates apply to cartography or analysis. Rates increase for programming, development, and complex analysis.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other GIS Side Hustles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The biggest benefit of GIS freelancing is its flexibility. That&#8217;s where GIS side hustles can come into your game plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Word of mouth and your network is indeed your biggest asset. But sometimes, it&#8217;s possible to find freelance work online without any connections. Here are some of the top options for finding GIS freelance work online:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items90504_7e0e35-8b:not(.this-stops-third-party-issues){margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items90504_7e0e35-8b ul.kt-svg-icon-list:not(.this-prevents-issues):not(.this-stops-third-party-issues):not(.tijsloc){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items90504_7e0e35-8b ul.kt-svg-icon-list{grid-row-gap:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items90504_7e0e35-8b ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap .kt-svg-icon-list-single{margin-right:10px;}.kt-svg-icon-list-items90504_7e0e35-8b ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-level-0 .kt-svg-icon-list-single svg{font-size:20px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items90504_7e0e35-8b kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\"><ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\"><style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-90504_042da9-3e .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-90504_042da9-3e\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/linkedin.com\/\">LinkedIn<\/a> &#8211; Find like-minded individuals in a professional online community. Explore freelance work with ArcGIS Pro and QGIS.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-90504_adc247-35 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-90504_adc247-35\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/\">Etsy<\/a> &#8211; Selling maps online with Etsy is an overlooked opportunity. Not only can you practice your cartography, but you can make some money on the side.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-90504_57ece2-9e .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-90504_57ece2-9e\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.upwork.com\/\">Upwork<\/a> &#8211; This platform helps companies find their perfect match for GIS freelancers. Put your skills into action. It could be as simple as embedding maps into WordPress or creating custom maps.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s about it for us. This is one article we&#8217;d love to hear from the audience. Have you had any luck freelancing in GIS? Please add your questions to our comments section below.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for a GIS side hustle? I am not a big believer in GIS freelancing. No guaranteed salary. No benefits. 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