16 new jobs in the cannabis industry

With the legalization of cannabis on the horizon in several countries, new professions are being created. If you want to working in the cannabis world, It's not yet time to think about new vocations in France, but some countries close to home are welcoming new cannabusinesses, and therefore new professions. Today, 100,000 people would be working in cannabis in California, for example.

The cannabis businesses have always existed, often confined to the black market or the medical cannabis industry, and only certain people had access to them. Now, these jobs are becoming more commonplace and accessible to all. Some are lucrative, others pay little. But the industry is still young, and is evolving rapidly, as are the related professions.

Here are 16 jobs created by the cannabis industry, with new opportunities giving local economies a boost.

Creator of space food

Creating cannabis dishes could be a dream job for many. The range of space food is very varied, And a trip to a coffeeshop or dispensary would leave most people destitute when faced with so many choices. Soda, oatmeal, baked goods, candy, coffee... the list can go on almost indefinitely.

Getting started in space food can be difficult, however, not least because of its competitive nature. In some states, every ingredient has to be listed, as do the levels of THC. Depending on where you work and your level in the kitchen, cooking space food can be lucrative, but also quite difficult depending on local laws.

Concentrate manufacturer

It's a field that requires considerable skill, and can be dangerous. Visit concentrates include hash oil (hash oil), the dabs or the shatter. These products stand out for their very high concentration, which can have powerful effects and be invaluable for medical patients.

The popularity of concentrates grew rapidly, as vaporizers became more widely available. The cannabis vapo are mostly designed for concentrates.

To get into concentrates, you need to know chemistry, and how to work with laboratory equipment.

Glass merchant

It's an industry that's been around for a very long time, even if its connection with cannabis is fairly recent. Selling pipes, bongs and vaporizers is a business that is developing alongside legalization.

The most experienced blow the glass themselves, while the more commercial ones simply sell them.

Courier and delivery driver

Made popular by the medical cannabis community, the industry is quickly turning it into a profession similar to pizza delivery. Many medical patients are unable to visit dispensaries themselves, cannabis delivery has become an attractive option. Whether by bike or car, couriers are going to be a full-fledged part of the future of the cannabis industry. Wages certainly aren't crazy, but you can always count on tips 😉

Security agent

When the first sales outlets opened, security became a key issue for dispensary owners. Security guards have become an important part of the industry. They check ID cards and respect customer confidentiality, and also guarantee the security of money transfers and cannabis.

Cannabis review

If it's not the dream job, it sounds like it. The industry needs critics badly. Sites like Leafly are becoming giant platforms for variety reviews, and greatly influence consumers' choices.

The cannabis varieties are very different from one another, and not just between indica and sativa, but also with all the hybrids and varieties that are cultivated for their particular effects.

For patients looking for varieties with very high THC or CBD, reviews can be invaluable. In reality, finding a position as a critic is very complicated, but you never know!

Trimmer

Cannabis does not grow in the form found in dispensaries. Many manipulations are necessary before the product looks ready to be sold. The tedious task of cleaning the buds can be attractive to many.

The work involves taking each head and removing the leaves to make an aesthetically pleasing product. This rids the buds of superfluous weight, ensuring that consumers get their money's worth. Every year, states where cannabis is legal receive large quantities of trimmigrants.

Tourism

The cannabis tourism is developing, and some companies are getting fully involved. Tourism companies are mainly in the business of taking tourists to cannabis locations and providing an overview of the industry. From tours of cultivation sites to consumption venues, these companies can really adapt their model to the market. While the industry is still finding its feet, the tourism sector will grow with it. Think about the number of winery tours and apply that to the cannabis market.

Administration

The administrative side of business isn't necessarily the sexiest. But it's completely necessary. From checking patients in at the dispensary door to managing deliveries and accounts, administrative staff are essential.

This can be a good opportunity for professionals looking for a fresh start in a fledgling industry, especially accountants, secretaries and marketing pros. For salaries comparable to those in other industries, but which will depend on its development.

Weedman

The equivalent of a bartender, but for weed. The weed salesman is the one who helps customers make their choice by offering knowledge and advice on the different varieties of cannabis, concentrates and space food.

Read more: Working in a cannabis dispensary: what's it like?

The weedman will help you make the right choice, depending on the effects you're looking for. The job requires a good knowledge of products, and the ability to identify possible contraindications for patients. A good salesperson can give a dispensary its full potential.

Control

The role of the regulators varies according to where they operate. In Washington State, for example, the industry is more regulated than in Colorado. Laws can change quickly, and over-regulation can have negative economic effects.

But inspectors and regulatory professions are needed, whether they work for local government or law enforcement agencies.

Web and software

Companies like Leafly and Merry Jane are paving the way for new cannabis web platforms, while also creating communities. Other companies such as Viridian and Weedmaps develop specific concepts.

Software to support cannabis businesses is essential, and includes tasks such as the development of accounting applications and product management systems.

Dispensary owner

This is logically the purpose of cannabis entrepreneurs is to own your own store. This can be quite complicated, mainly because some states or countries restrict the number of licenses granted.

Being a dispensary owner of course comes with its own set of obligations, from managing employees and suppliers to developing the business. Opening a store can be risky, but in a brand-new market, it can open up enormous opportunities.

Farmer

Yes, the world needs farmers. In our case, cannabis farmers. Where do you think all this stuff comes from?

Many people have already grown cannabis, whether under medical license or otherwise, and have developed techniques to cultivate a perfect product.

Growing cannabis takes time, can be expensive, and requires certain skills. Like opening a store, it can be economically risky.

Controlling temperature, space, disease, and dozens of other potential problems, right up to finding a dealer, can also bring certain difficulties. But for those who've always wanted to do this, it happens, if it hasn't already.

Seed selector

Selecting and selling seeds can go hand in hand with farming, but is more specialized. Selling seeds requires navigating many legal loopholes, but can be done. Seeds and clones, which are children of plants, represent a large market.

In some places, growing cannabis without a license is illegal. But selling seeds or clones, as in the Czech Republic, can be an entrepreneurial voice.

Board

Consultants. All industries have them, and they can bring important concepts to the table. For crop specialists who don't want to run a farm on their own, consulting can be very lucrative.

The cannabis consultants can also help entrepreneurs launch their business, and identify growth areas. Marketing consultants will help cannabis start-ups establish their brand and create a real identity.

Consulting requires a great deal of highly specialized knowledge, but can be an excellent opportunity for skilled people.