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TTRPG Portfolio: Steph Campbell

Hi!  I'm Steph! (they/them)

image shows a profile picture, the TTRPGkids logo, and three categories (publishing, presenting, writing, playtesting) with various game images and cover photos filling the space next to them

Hello! I’m Steph Campbell (they/them)!

I’m the one-person team behind TTRPGkids, and this page acts as my virtual resume so you can get an idea of where I’ve been and what XP I’ve picked up along the way as well as see what I’m interested in working on so we’ll be a good fit for eachother’s projects.

Each section has a summary of my interests and experiences, and I have a more personal “about” page here as well.

Interesed in working together? Please contact me, and I look forward to hearing from you!

My main interests are:

  • Writing (games and articles)
  • Consulting on all-ages TTRPGs
  • Speaking at events
  • Conducting workshops
  • Playtesting
  • Managing projects

My experience includes:

Hired and guest writing

Color My Quest
Tower of the Soul
Wyrmlings
Imagine Queer Worlds
Cryptid Creeks
Overisles
Hearth magazine
Shadomain.com
Daddy Rolled a 1
Luck of Legends

Playtesting credits

Rescue Rainbow City
Adventures in ADHD
The Tower of the Soul
Little But Fierce
Overgrown
Lil Gremlins
The Library Game

as a game designer who focuses on kid-friendly games, I've found Steph's feedback on my games to be invaluable.  They've playtested several of my games, and their feedback is always creative, constructive, and thorough. 

I can't recommend Steph enough!  They helped me find my feet at the beginning and they continue to provide valuable insight into my work and how to make my games succeed. 

- Sarah, Open Story Games

Crowdfunding and self-publishing

Making a Tabletop RPG for YOUR PArticular Kid
Bakers, Charge!
A Construct's Nature
Solar Mech Squad
Critter Mech Squad
Ranger Mech Squad
The Classroom Ready TTRPG Toolkit

TTRPGkids website

TTRPGkids outstanding community member

2024 crit award nominee

using TTRPGs to teach science and engineering
best blog/article in the TTRPG space

  • Playing, breaking down, and writing reviews on over 180 all-ages TTRPG projects
  • Writing, posting, and managing over 650 articles about TTRPGs that cover reviews, interviews, original resources, educational tools, and library support
  • Social media management across 8 platforms
  • Vetting and coordinating article requests
  • Awards and nomination:
    • 2024 Crit Award Nominee for Outstanding Community Member
    • 2024 Crit Award Nominee for Best Blog/Article in the TTRPG Space
    • 2023 ENNIE Awarded for Best Online Content
TTRPGkids
2023 ENnie winner
Best Online Content

Speaking, guesting, and training engagements

Convention Appearances

Origins Game Fair
GrandCon Gaming Convention
Motor City Comic Con
Pax Unplugged
Gamehole Con
GenCon
SXSW EDU
ConFusion
Gary Gon

TTRPGkids Podcast/guest spots

Shows logos for: 
Ludology Podcast
Secret Nerd Podcast
Indiana State Library
DM Tales
This month in children's RPGs
Tabletop & Beyond Podcast
Teachers Talk Radio
How Not to DM
Diversity Saves 
Fabled 42
What if World

Other relevant experience

  • Pro-GM for Young Dragon Slayers (GM’ing the chaos group for tweens!)
  • Tattered Bear Independant Publishing House and Creator Support (currently closed)
    • Project manager for team coordination
    • Social media lead and organizer
    • Providing client consultation on multiple Crowdfunding campaigns
    • Coordinating social media services for clients
  • Crowdfundr event partner for Kids and Young Adults Content Creators Spotlight
    • Recruiting event participants
    • Providing initial consulation to creators
    • Coordinating with Crowdfundr team to support through TTRPGkids articles

Experience outside of TTRPGs

NASA
an image of a car going through a crash test
Lawrence Technological University logo

Outside of the TTRPG space, I also have some fun or interesting XP that helps me to bring a unique view to projects and has influenced themes in a lot of my work (leaning towards tech, education, and picking apart game mechanics).

  • BSME, MSME – Lawrence Technological University
  • (previous) Interned at NASA Glenn Research Center modeling supersonic jet inlets
  • (previous) Body design engineer, airbag design engineer, and crash test engineer at Nissan
  • (previous) Adjunct Professor of Engineering at Lawrence Technological University

If you would like details on any of the above experience or would like to work together, please let me know by emailing hello@TTRPGkids.com! Thank you for checking out my XP page, and I look forward to hearing about what kind of collaborations you have in mind!

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