10 Cannabis Jobs you can take advantage of in 2020
- Kai Edwards
- May 7, 2020
- 6 min read
Updated: May 8, 2020
1. Cannabis Lawyer
As more states start to legalize marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes the need for lawyers is at an all-time high. The traditional lawyer is no longer in demand however numerous ads are popping up every single day for lawyers needed in the cannabis industry. The reason for this is because each state has its legislation that regulates the use of marijuana whether it’s strict or loose and individuals need proper representation so that they’re not taken advantage of. The role of a cannabis lawyer is to reduce the amount of risk that their client is exposed to when operating a cannabis business or a cannabis farm or anything having to do with marijuana. Cannabis companies are even willing to sponsor individuals who would like to become lawyers within the sector due to the increased demand for marijuana products. Expertise in this industry will allow a lot of individuals to get the upper hand. Lawyers in the space do you have to handle a lot of challenges however the benefits of doing so far outweigh the fennec benefits of remaining a mainstream lawyer. If you’re A lawyer currently and you are looking to make a major career shift look into the following links the ball is in your court!
2. Cannabis Consultant
As a cannabis consultant, your job is to help your clients grow their business from start to first to there for sale and beyond. Consultants or who people go to when they don’t know the answer to what should they do next. The best part of being a consultant is that your knowledge is priceless. Once you’ve built up your clientele or your portfolio you’ll be able to use this as leverage when approaching up-and-coming cannabis companies for the years to come. We are in a time now where there are very few consultants that specialize in this area so if you took just a few hours each day for a few months to learn everything there is to know about the cannabis industry and your state for in particular then you’ll be able to consider yourself a consultant. You can choose to specialize in one specific area whether that’s legal, marketing, product development, or security. The consultant business model is extremely lucrative it requires very little capital and very little experience. Once you found a process and a niche that works for you the possibilities are endless.
Here are a few Cannabis Consulting companies doing it right!
3. Cannabis Marketing
This is perfect if you love to be a creator. Freelance is becoming More popular and all industries. Individuals want the freedom to create without having to stick to particular guidelines. If this is you and you are a graphic designer a social media expert videographer a photographer or anything having to do with digital art this could be the perfect job for you. All you have to do is create a portfolio with Sharon set up a landing page post a few jobs on Fiverr app work or 99 designs and wait for the jobs to come in. Already you will see hundreds of Fiverr listings advertising the creation of cannabis content. The biggest thing that’ll set all emerging cannabis companies is a part of is how the market themselves. Even if you haven’t taken a marketing class but you’d like to give it a try this is the perfect industry to do so! You would be surprised at how little cannabis companies are taking advantage of marketing right now and still are making huge revenues.
4. Cannabis Budtender
This job is more common in areas where marijuana has become fully legalized recreational. You would be surprised at how much people dishing out cannabis would make hourly it is more than your average bartender. The best part about this job is that it requires very little skills or pre-Rex. All you have to do is know how to make accurate measurements know your strains and smile. If you become good enough at it you could potentially branch off on your own! Heres a great blog on how to get started as a budtender!
5. Cannabis Security
With more and more recreational and medical marijuana locations popping up all over the state security has become a huge problem. There aren’t enough companies equipped to handle large sums of cash or people who may want to rob these locations. Currently, owners of these cannabis shops are risking everything. If you’re reading this and none of the other jobs interest you hopefully this one does. Security does require a huge level of organization and communication between you and your staff of employees. If you’re willing to invest in an armored truck and I secured storage unit you’re in business. This is a great way for veterans to re-enter the workforce when there weren’t many jobs for them to begin with.
6. Cannabis Packaging
Every day someone decides to start a cannabis company whether it’s hemp CBD and THC or edibles. What’s up these companies apart is their unique designs and marketing strategies. To provide for these people these companies Packaging suppliers are starting to create cannabis packaging. If you are willing to reach out to a wholesaler you too can be a part of this. Cannabis business owners are always looking for ways to innovate and develop their product packaging and they’re willing to pay for it too! I wanted to make sure that I had the most unique packaging design I did go through a lot of trials and errors however once you find the right packaging company that does everything for you and is very quick to ship out your products I would say keep them. The problem with this is that there are so few in the United States currently. That being said this is a perfect opportunity to set up shop. Check out a few of the most beautiful cannabis Packaging designs that I’ve seen thus far.
7. Cannabis Cultivation
The Cannabis industry is expected to exceed $16 Billion by the end of 2019, but the key here is to start small. They are states that are allowing individuals to grow cannabis within their homes as long as they follow a few rules and regulations. However, once you’ve mastered the art of smaller cultivation transitioning to a larger farm or field won’t be too difficult. Another method would be to move out west or to another country and learn firsthand how to cultivate and produce cannabis. As the screen rush starts to become more mainstream the demand for pure cannabis is going to increase. Business owners are going to want the best strains the most unique strains and also the strongest strains. As a cultivator, you control the supply, therefore, you can choose to grow as much as you want and I promise the buyers will be there! Be sure to check in with a lawyer to see what your options are in your state before you get started.
8. Cannabis Real Estate
Commercial real estate is about to come back in style and that’s because more Cannabis business owners will need a physical location of the business. This isn’t the type of industry where you can run a multi-million dollar operation from the comfort of your home. Those looking for cannabis real estate are either looking for large and secured storage units or storefronts in safe areas. Both require advanced ventilation and extreme security features. After a quick search on google, I realized that even if you’re not looking to sell cannabis but want to take part in the Green Rush then owning real estate is a must! You’d be able to charge premium prices for commercial units and with the amount of money looking to flood the industry, you’ll be sure to find buyers soon. This is also perfect for real estate agents looking to branch off on their own.
Just take a look at these Cannabis Real Estate websites! WOW.
9. Cannabis Delivery
Behold, the Ubereats of Cannabis. I bet you’d never hear that! In each state where marijuana is legal recreationally, you’ll start to notice startups all over offering cannabis delivery. And like any delivery service, they need drivers, logistics teams, and budtenders! If you’re not looking to create the next Ubereats, check out these companies to see what jobs they have to offer: Speedweed, Kushfly, Medmen, & Ganjarunner. Cannabis delivery isn’t just for recreational use. Medical Marijuana companies all over are starting to offer delivery services to their patients who can't necessarily leave their homes. This method of delivery is a lot more secure being that medical marijuana companies tend to have much higher budgets dedicated to security and delivery. Check out your local medical or recreational dispensaries to see if they’re looking for drivers!
10. Cannabis Tourism
Last but not least! Cannabis Tourism. This could mean several things. This could be a company that allows a tourist to try samples of several different strains allowing consumers to experience a wide range of cannabis. This could mean partnering with a cultivation farm and charging people to take a tour throughout and see first-hand what it takes to grow the marijuana that they smoke so freely. This could mean setting up a user-experience based museum-style tour, where customers learn all about the history of cannabis. The possibilities are endless!
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