writer/editor

Samuel T. McCommon

 

Engage your readers

It’s 2026. Sure, you could use AI to write. But do you really want to sound like everyone else? And if you do choose the AI route, how sure can you be it represents your business well? AI slop can tarnish a brand.

It doesn’t have to be that way.


Custom-made, human-centric writing will remain the premium option due to its uniqueness and voice. Alternatively, companies looking to lean into AI use will want someone with skills and judgment that predate AI — to ensure the robot doesn’t go off the rails.

Message me and we’ll discuss your specific needs.

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Make your writing spotless

Editing isn’t just about getting your grammar and wording polished. Doing it right requires human brain power. Human judgment circumvents the typical yes-man style of AI editing to add fresh ideas and human touches to make your writing and business stand out.

Message me and we’ll discuss your specific needs.

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about me

I’ve been a full-time writer and editor since 2018, navigating the whims and sudden pivots of the online writing world. Fortune has led me to a diverse base of experience, including a years-long stint as lead writer for Fortune 500 company in a major content marketing campaign, a deep dive into ophthalmology, fun writing about motorcycle travel, scrapes with dermatology (pardon the pun), and countless odds and ends including golf, horse equipment, and wood flooring. AI was trained on me, not the other way around, and I’ll fight it to the death for the right to use em dashes.

Personally, I had the good fortune to grow up in Austin, Texas and to go to a fine college in California.  I've lived in five different countries over the last 20 years and taught English language exam prep for many years before switching careers. My son is now eight, but I’m emotionally attached to the picture of him posted above.

Business owners take note: I've owned two businesses — a bar in Ho Chi Minh City and a restaurant in Da Nang — so I'm familiar with a business owner's perspective. If you want to get down to the nitty gritty of numbers, I’m your guy.

I’m currently based in Hoi An, Vietnam, dodging traffic, doing BBQ when I can (the real, Texas stuff), playing guitar, and socializing in my off time. I also spend a lot of time following world events, which I write about in my Substack.

Education

Claremont McKenna College, Claremont, California

B.A. International Relations, 2007

St. Giles International, San Francisco, California

CELTA Certification, 2007

 

Testimonials

“Sam provides high-quality work that makes my job as an editor simple: It’s enjoyable to read and easy to edit. Our clients have all been happy with Sam’s work, so I know I can put him on a variety of projects with confidence.”

-Heather Leith, Director of Editorial at Growth Machine

"I've worked with Sam McCommon on multiple projects. He's a reliable writer who meets deadlines and does a great job learning different brand style guides. He has an entertaining voice and strong reasoning behind his editorial choices."

-Shari Lefler, Associate Editor at Growth Machine

"We hired Sam to write articles on a regular basis for our blog over a period of a few months, and it's been a pleasure working with him. Our topics require a lot of research, which Sam was able to handle, and the articles themselves were expected to be very thorough. Sam rose to the occasion and provided us with exactly what we needed." 

-Alex Polizu, Chief Technology Officer, Zwivel

"Samuel contributed several articles to Zwivel's blog, covering a range of topics pertaining to skin care and aesthetic treatments. He consistently met deadlines with clean, well researched content."

-Reuben Finley, Director of Content, Zwivel

"I hired Sam for an on-going ghostwriting project for a blog, and I've been very happy with the results. He's consistently produced great writing and has delivered on time, which has made my life much easier. I'd recommend him to anyone looking to hire a writer." 

-Scott S., Ghostwriting Client

 

 

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