Sam DeReign

I’ve Been Living in a Camper for 5 Months. Here’s Why.

March 25, 2018May 12, 201916 Comments

When I tell people about our living situation, the first and most common question we get is: Why? Or more specifically: What in the hell are you all thinking?

Full-Time RVers Give Their Best Advice for New RVers (Infographic)

August 14, 2017May 12, 20194 Comments

We asked full-time RVers what advice they would give people who are considering the RV life. These were the most popular responses!

Why We’re Moving Out of a $3,200-a-Month Apartment and Into a $14,000 Truck Camper

August 13, 2017May 12, 20192 Comments

That time we decided to live in a camper we bought off Craigslist.

7 Strange Facts About the 17-Mile Drive in Pebble Beach

August 11, 2017May 12, 2019No Comments

I’m a bit of a “fun fact” nerd, so I couldn’t help but do a little research to see if there are any quirky bits of trivia about the ritzy route. I was not disappointed!

The 4 Greatest Fears I Have About Moving into an RV

August 5, 2017May 12, 20194 Comments

Just off the top of my head, these are a few fears I have about living in an RV, and I need to get them off my chest NOW.

Testimonials

In the six months I’ve worked with Sam, he’s created consistently exceptional writing for Elevate and rapidly taken on new, more varied roles as an editor and reviewer of content. For our educational mobile app, we need content that’s engaging, pedagogically sound, and concise; Sam handles all of this with ease. Sam has slid into … Continue reading Peter Zogas

― Peter Zogas

I had the opportunity to observe and work with Sam DeReign during his entire employment at Southeast Missouri Hospital. I always found Sam to be extremely diligent and conscientious with regard to his work ethic.

― Jay Wolz

Sam is an all-star marketing talent who aspires to do more, be more, and achieve more. He is not to be underestimated in his job title alone, as that does not showcase the full depth of his talents. He is hard working, has a good eye for visual marketing, and is deadline driven.

― David Fong

Sam not only brings a high skill level of putting thoughts to pen, but is able to see it from the reader’s perspective to ensure that it is impactful as well as informative. I have come to appreciate the fact that once Sam is given an assignment, you are able to forget about it and … Continue reading Young Lee

― Young Lee

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My Favorite Resources for Creatives

Adobe Education Exchange - offers a wide array of free classes for educators looking for ways to enhance their curriculum using Adobe's Creative Suite. However, I would recommend their classes to anyone—not just educators—looking to diversify their skill set in Adobe programs.

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Looka - offers quick and customizable logos for your personal brand or small business

Catchafire - allows professionals to donate their time and skills to nonprofits across the globe