Derek Rose

• Derek previously taught wilderness education classes for children and has a deep-rooted interest in plants and gardening.
• He has taken on various odd jobs that have expanded his knowledge of home services, from pool cleaning in high school to running social media for a window treatment company as a college student.
• He recently picked up woodworking as a hobby and enjoys making beginner-friendly projects.

Experience

Derek is a freelance writer and editor who has worked in digital media since 2018. He began his career writing commerce content for brands that include Forbes Vetted and The Spruce Eats. He later served as a contributing editor at The Spruce Eats, where he tested and reviewed food, beverages, and kitchen products. He is currently a contributing writer at Angi, covering a range of home improvement topics, including cost guides and how-tos. His work has also appeared in TIME and the Times Union. Outside of writing, Derek is a part-time teacher who has taught classes on creative writing, filmmaking, and other subjects.

Education

Derek earned a master's degree in creative writing from Columbia University and a bachelor's degree in communication (journalism) from Marist University.