Can I really do this for a living? Careers in Tabletop Gaming
Warning!
This event is not a current year's event. Below is for informational and historical purposes only!
| Start Date & Time | Saturday - 12:00 PM CST |
| Duration | 1.0 hours |
| Type | Seminar |
| System | None |
| Location | Mendota 3 at table 211 |
| Gaming Experience | Newcomers Welcome |
| Age Range | All Ages (6+) |
| Host | Connor |
| With | Rick Meints Michael Shea Ronin Wong Greg Marks Doug Hopkins |
Ticket Information
| Cost | $0.00 |
| Availability | 27 of 75 available |
Writers, editors, artists, production managers, and layout artists; tabletop gaming offers many opportunities those interested in turning what you love into a career. Our panelists discuss working in the ttrpg industry, both as a full-time career or as part-time freelancers for various companies. Come hear about our highs and lows of working in ttrpgs, get some advice, and learn if it might be for you.
Special Guest
Jonathan Connor Self-Gonzalez
Jonathan Connor Self-Gonzalez (Connor; he/him/él) is a therapist, politician, community organizer, and gaming creative. He is best known for his presidency of D8 Summit Charities and his vice presidency of The Word Refinery, fundraising for quality causes and giving voice to marginalized creatives. Connor has over 40 gaming credits in production, leadership, and consultancy for Wizards of the Coast, Evil Genius, Monte Cook Games, MCDM, One Bookshelf, and numerous conventions including Gamehole Con. Connor is a top-rated professional DM, and he was selected Person of the Year (2024) by Dixon Pride. Connor resides in Illinois with his husband Juan and their salchicha Evita. Links to Connor’s work, socials, and interviews can be found on his website, http://thehealerdm.carrd.com/