Professor Kage Freudigmann (DriveThruRPG)
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
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Bio
Kage is a bestselling TTRPG writer and layout designer, as well as a streamer, podcaster, and community manager at Rage Kage Games. She's a Partner Relations Lead for DriveThruRPG at Roll20 and Community Manager at the Storytelling Collective. Her notable publications include Delivered! A Solo Journaling RPG and The Brewski Jubilee.
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 Clint McElroy, Elisa Teague, Hunter Fell (StartPlaying)
