Professor Clint McElroy
Pronouns: He/Him/His
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Bio
Clint McElroy has fooled numerous bosses into providing him with a 45-year career in Broadcasting. He has fathered three children (Justin, Travis and Griffin), with whom he co-hosts The Adventure Zone podcast, which has been adapted into a New York Times Best Selling graphic novel series six times over and has become a household name among D&D enthusiasts. Clint has written comics for Marvel such as JOURNEY INTO MYSTERY and MARVEL TEAM-UP and most recently, he wrote the children's book, Goldie's Guide to Grandchilding, from First Second Books.
Course: Career Building
This course is designed for Dungeon Masters seeking to turn their passion for D&D into a successful and sustainable creative career. Students will learn from industry professionals how to design, refine, and publish original content, from adventures and campaign settings to supplemental materials, while developing the marketing and business knowledge needed to succeed in the gaming industry. Topics include self-publishing strategies, running games for hire, content monetization, and building an authentic online presence through streaming, podcasting, community engagement, and professional networking. Emphasis is also placed on collaboration with publishers and licensing partners, navigating contracts, and managing freelance logistics such as rates, invoicing, and intellectual property rights. Ideal for aspiring professional DMs, writers, and designers, this course provides a practical roadmap for transforming game mastery into creative entrepreneurship.
Taught with Elisa Teague, Kage Freudigmann (DriveThruRPG), Hunter Fell (StartPlaying)
