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Games designed for via contract or license:
Sample crowdfunding projects managed or consulted (clickable):
Bio
I began writing RPGs in 2018 after a brief stint in healthcare sales and a much longer stint in the advertising industry. My first projects launched on the DM's Guild in 2019 and were quickly followed by a successful RPG Kickstarter in the same year with Oceanic Depths for D&D 5th Edition.
In 2020, I transitioned to full-time in the industry, producing my own content, writing and serving as a committee member for WotC's Adventurers' League, and beginning to offer consultation services to others. Later in that year, I merged with World of Game Design, where I remained as a Director for 4 years, publishing many titles and offering consultation and management services on over 55 Kickstarter projects. This culminated with the management of over 400 events at GenCon 2023 and an internal project funding at over $150,000.
As of 2024, I have departed World of Game Design and have taken on a new directorial role with the publisher Limithron, creators of Pirate Borg.
I live near Kansas City, Kansas with my wife Megan and my two kids.
FAVORITE RPG: Alien RPG (Free League)
FAVORITE SHOW: Hannibal (NBC)
FAVORITE BOOK: Watership Down
FAVORITE PODCAST: Penny Arcade's DLC
FAVORITE FOOD: Tacos
FAVORITE DRINK: Coke Zero
Freelance Price Sheet
RPG WRITING
"Deadlines were not just met but exceeded, and his commitment to the project never wavered." - Jon w/ Dragonlance AL
$0.10 - $0.12 per word
Delivery Timeline:
1-2 weeks per 2,500 words
This standard range applies to projects from 1,000 - 10,000 words for the following systems: D&D 5e, Mörk Borg (and variants), Mothership, Old School Essentials, and Zweihänder.
Other systems and larger works require an original bid. The standard range is an estimate only. Actual pricing may vary.
For additional writing samples, please reach out directly.
Previous Key Clients: GooeyCube, Marvel, Wizards of the Coast: Adventurers' League, Ghostfire Gaming
KICKSTARTER CONSULTING
"His crowdfunding expertise and industry connections helped the campaign fund at hundreds of percent over goal. Not only that, but Zac was extremely generous in sharing his expertise, helping me become familiar with the process, and giving me the confidence to run more campaigns in the future." - Andrew w/ Sword Compass
$500 - $2,000 (Full Service)
$250 - $500 (Consult Only)
(or)
5-20% of Funds Raised
Features:
- Budgeting & Costs Assistance
- Graphic Design (Page & Ads)
- Campaign Framework
- Live Campaign Management
This standard range applies to projects created in Kickstarter or Gamefound and featuring tabletop RPG or fiction products with less than 5 additional add-ons. Other product types may be subject to increased pricing. The standard range is an estimate only. Actual pricing may vary.
Please contact no later than 90 days before desired launch window. Projects launching in less than 60 days will not be considered.
Previous Key Clients: Modiphius Ent., Madness Heart Games, Zweihänder
BACKERKIT SURVEY DESIGN
"His work helped my business reach a level that I couldn't possibly have reached on my own." - Nick w/ Chain Assembly
$200 - $500 (Full Service)
$100 - $200 (Consult Only)
Features:
- Campaign Import
- Survey Design
- Add-On Store
- Full Item Listings
- Shipping Profiles
- Digital Reward Distribution
This standard range applies to projects originally created in Kickstarter or Gamefound and featuring tabletop RPG or fiction products. Other product types may be subject to increased pricing. The standard range is an estimate only. Actual pricing may vary.
Please contact no later than 45 days before desired survey window. Projects launching in less than 25 days will not be considered.
Previous Key Clients: Chain Assembly, RPG Ramblings, Sword Compass
"Zac is a dedicated, customer-focused creator who is skilled at building teams and has a track record of getting things done. He is adept at knowing how to balance a project's creative vision with the pragmatic realities of producing deliverables on time and on budget. I highly recommend Zac for any RPG tabletop project." - Joe w/ Ghostfire Gaming
"Zac treated our project like it was his project as well & graciously helped us get legs in the industry!" - Cory w/ Super Blood Moon Studios