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

I had the pleasure of working with Sam in a collaborative fashion on the production of over 800 literature videos. Sam worked with our entire team on content development, creative direction, content review and quality assurance. He was a knowledgeable and resourceful partner to work with as well as just an all around good guy … Continue reading Len Davis

― Len Davis

As a writer/editor/marketer, Sam ensured that the right style and voice was used for our corporate identity and market vision. He is an excellent listener, which gives him the ability to produce high-quality, relevant, succinct, and engaging copy.

― Sareth Tricano

I hired Sam as an educational content freelancer for Elevate, and I was totally blown away. Sam is easy to work with, has a great demeanor, and his skills are just flat out top notch. He picked up our specs, style, tone, and approach flawlessly in little time and quickly became a top performer who … Continue reading Michael Levy

― Michael Levy

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.

Canva - offers free and stylish designs and templates for social media, e-books, posters, and more. This is a great resource for small businesses who may not have the budget or technical knowledge to create eye-catching designs.

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