First, you have to search for in-demand freelance jobs and choose skills that you think you can handle and enjoy. You must acquire an in demand skills so your effort of studying won't be wasted. You should also make sure that you like what you're doing because if not, you'll only see toxicity and stress. Also, you have to search for high-paying jobs that would fit your skills so you'll be able to earn not just experience but also a better salary.
First is knowing what your interest at because if you have an interest in drawing but the in-demand jobs are different, you won't still apply for it but you are lucky if your interest is also what is on the demand right now. Learning a new skill is possible and it's better to learn different or lots of it because not all times the in-demand jobs can remain but they can also be replace by another job.Now that you that have different skills already, you are now prepared for these things to happen so won't worry anymore. It's hard to apply for a company which offers a better salary because they are getting so many applicants. For this you also need a luck.
Much better if you can focus first on your skills or passion, and look for its demand on the market.
Because you can be a competitive candidate if you already have the skills.
Look around first in your immediate area about the demand of your profession.
Sometimes you just need to look around to look for potential jobs.
