13 Graphic Design Side Hustles That Actually Make Money

Ready to turn your creativity into cash? In this video, I’m walking you through 13 graphic design side hustles that actually make money — whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned designer. From selling printables on Etsy and Canva templates, to launching your own print-on-demand store or offering freelance services, there's something here for every creative. 💬 Which side hustle are you trying first? Drop it in the comments! ⬇️ VIDEO RESOURCES ► FREE Guide: 100 Digital Download Ideas to Make $$$: https://cryestudio.systeme.io/free-resources 👉 Grab your 30-day free trial of Canva Pro: https://partner.canva.com/kOARLL ⬇️ CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro: Turn Creativity into Income 00:05 - 13 Side Hustles That Actually Make Money 00:12 - Free Guide: 100 Digital Product Ideas 00:21 - #1 Sell Printables on Etsy 00:46 - #2 Freelance on Upwork or Fiverr 01:07 - #3 Sell Canva Templates 01:23 - #4 Start a Print-on-Demand Shop 01:38 - #5 Teach Design on Skillshare or YouTube 02:03 - #6 Sell Fonts 02:17 - #7 Design Book Covers 02:32 - #8 Create Stock Graphics or Photos 02:49 - #9 Design and Build Websites 03:07 - #10 Logo and Brand Packages 03:22 - #11 Social Media Content Design 03:40 - #12 Design Consulting 04:01 - #13 Sell Website Themes 04:16 - Final Tips: Pick One and Start 04:28 - Free Download & Call to Action ➡️ FOLLOW ME ► Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@cryestudio ► Check out my blog and get in touch: http://cryestudio.com ► Check out my graphic design portfolio: https://www.behance.net/cryestudio ⬇️ FREE DOWNLOADS ►Download a free print prep checklist for Adobe InDesign: https://cryestudio.systeme.io/free-resources ►Download the free project brief template: https://cryestudio.systeme.io/free-resources ➡️ PRODUCTS ► Use my affiliate link to download Adobe software: https://adobe.prf.hn/click/camref:1101lKN6K 🍿WATCH NEXT ► Graphic design fundamentals course - https://youtu.be/apmfczSOHjM?si=H9rFrqfun6Yk2Znv/ ► Photoshop for beginners - FULL COURSE: https://youtu.be/M888EFXvhsQ ► Adobe InDesign course for beginners: https://youtu.be/89LLXnncncA?si=WZWnjcSttJKQL9qN ► Create an ad design in Adobe InDesign: https://youtu.be/r0-NjNg-T0U?si=ZNJZEuYwzCxrMXH- Have other questions not covered in this video? Let me know in the comments below. 👩 WHO AM I My name is Kellie Crye Ward. I am an art director who has been working in the graphic design industry for 15+ years. In addition to my full-time design career, I have a freelance design business (CryeStudio.com) and teach graphic design at a local university. My goal is to make learning graphic design and software easy to understand and accessible to all. Subscribe to learn the fundamentals of graphic design, Adobe software, and how to unleash your creativity. For questions or inquiries, contact me at kelliecryeward@gmail.com. #graphicdesign #art #creativity #designprocess #masteringart #graphicdesignprocess #creativeprocess #design #graphicartist #digitalart #illustration #graphicdesignskills #creativejourney #creativeminds #designinspiration #learninggraphicdesign #designeducation #artisticprocess #graphicdesigncommunity #designthinking #graphicdesigntutorial #graphicdesign #sidehustles #digitalproducts #canvatemplates #freelancedesign #creativeincome #graphicdesign #canvatemplates #sidehustles #digitalproducts #creativebusiness #freelancedesign #printables #passiveincome #designtips #cryestudio