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Find Your First Five: Marketing Yourself as a GM on StartPlaying

Find Your First Five: Marketing Yourself as a GM on StartPlaying

Your GM skills are top-tier. Your marketing? Maybe not. Let’s fix that.

TYPE

One-Shot

SYSTEM

Game Master Workshop

LANGUAGE

English

EXPERIENCE

Beginner

AGE

18+
ENDED
Free

Details

Once / Wednesday - 3:00 PM UTC

Aug 6

Session Duration / 1.5–2 hours

22 / 40 Seats Filled

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About the adventure

If you're a talented GM who struggles to fill seats or feels awkward promoting yourself, this webinar is for you. You’ll learn how to clarify your unique value, write listings that attract your ideal players, and show up confidently online, without feeling salesy or inauthentic. You'll walk away with practical tools, real-world examples, and a mindset shift that makes marketing feel like part of the game.

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Meet the Game Master

5.0

(19)

Veteran

1 year on StartPlaying

85 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, Storytelling

About me

Hey there, I’m Brad. Welcome to my table! My games range from light-hearted and whimsical to deep, mysterious, and character-driven. Whether we’re laughing over a wild crit fail or unraveling a shadowy conspiracy, I focus on keeping the story engaging through plenty of “yes, and…” moments. I love creating collaborative stories where every player feels seen and every choice matters. New to gaming? You’re in great company. We’ll learn, explore, and level up together. A little about me: I’m a U.S. Army Veteran and served with the 1st Infantry Division in Afghanistan. Those years taught me the power of teamwork, flexibility, and resilience. All of which show up in how I run my games. After my time in the military, my wife Amanda and I faced a tough chapter of our own. After going through an ectopic pregnancy, we channeled our energy into something joyful: starting The Scheming Cookie, where we handcraft creative, protein-packed treats that are as bold and sweet as the people we bake them for. I don’t just "run games", I provide a premium service. When you join my table, you are investing in a consistent, high-fidelity experience. This means: Reliability: I value your time. My sessions start on the dot, and my technical setup is optimized for zero-latency, immersive audio and visual play. Proactive Communication: I utilize a custom Discord RSVP system. You will receive a notification 3-4 days before every session to confirm availability, ensuring our group stays synced and the game stays on track. A Proven Track Record: I maintain consistent high ratings by prioritizing player agency, safety, and fun. Ready to claim your seat? Check my active listings below. My focus is long-term storytelling, and my seats tend to fill quickly with returning regulars. Let's build something unforgettable.

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Creating your character

What to expect

Preparing for the session

We will be using Discord for the webinar.

What Brad brings to the table

I bring years of hands-on experience as a small business owner to the table. Running my own business taught me lessons the hard way, lessons I’ve now applied to building my presence as a Game Master on StartPlaying. I’d love to share what worked, what didn’t, and how you can start treating your GMing like the business it truly is.

Equipment needed to play

Internet

Computer

Safety

How Brad creates a safe table

This is a webinar. We will keep things professional here. Please come with an open mind and a willingness to learn.

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Safety tools used

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