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I write, design, develop, edit, and teach tabletop RPG content, and I promote it to the communities that bring it to life. I bring a strong blend of game design practice and scholarship, producing book-length work as author, editor, project manager, and publisher. I also mentor and coach writers, collaborate with authors and creative teams, and share expertise through talks and panels. My work emphasizes thoughtful mechanics, diverse representation, and educational value—especially around gender, queerness, and trans experiences in games.…I write, design, develop, edit, and teach tabletop RPG content, and I promote it to the communities that bring it to life. I bring a strong blend of game design practice and scholarship, producing book-length work as author, editor, project manager, and publisher. I also mentor and coach writers, collaborate with authors and creative teams, and share expertise through talks and panels. My work emphasizes thoughtful mechanics, diverse representation, and educational value—especially around gender, queerness, and trans experiences in games.

Gwendolyn Marshall

Game Designer, Writer, Game Developer, +1

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I write, design, develop, edit, and teach tabletop RPG content, and I promote it to the communities that bring it to life. I bring a strong blend of game design practice and scholarship, producing book-length work as author, editor, project manager, and publisher. I also mentor and coach writers, collaborate with authors and creative teams, and share expertise through talks and panels. My work emphasizes thoughtful mechanics, diverse representation, and educational value—especially around gender, queerness, and trans experiences in games.…I write, design, develop, edit, and teach tabletop RPG content, and I promote it to the communities that bring it to life. I bring a strong blend of game design practice and scholarship, producing book-length work as author, editor, project manager, and publisher. I also mentor and coach writers, collaborate with authors and creative teams, and share expertise through talks and panels. My work emphasizes thoughtful mechanics, diverse representation, and educational value—especially around gender, queerness, and trans experiences in games.

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I write, design, develop, edit, and teach tabletop RPG content, and I promote it to the communities that bring it to life. I bring a strong blend of game design practice and scholarship, producing book-length work as author, editor, project manager, and publisher.

I also mentor and coach writers, collaborate with authors and creative teams, and share expertise through talks and panels. My work emphasizes thoughtful mechanics, diverse representation, and educational value—especially around gender, queerness, and trans experiences in games.

Skills

Game Design

Leadership

Copywriting

Experience Level

Game Design

Expert

Leadership

Expert

Copywriting

Expert

Work Experience

Game Designer, Line Editor, Manager (5e titles) at Pinnacle Entertainment

January 1, 2023 - Present

Served as a 5e line editor, managing 5e mechanics and titles. Also worked on development for forthcoming projects and Kickstarters, supporting coordinated production and consistent rules quality.

Game Designer, Writer, Project Lead at 2CGaming

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023

Wrote, designed, and managed tabletop RPG products and Kickstarters. Led product development and ensured deliverables met content and production timelines.

Transgender Advocacy Initiative Organizer

January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024

Organized a higher education initiative for MTUG; networked with campus diversity officials and leaders; educated stakeholders about LGBT and trans issues; and facilitated a support group for transgender women.

Freelance Speaker and Panelist

January 1, 2020 - Present

Led panels and workshops for small and large groups. Expertise includes gender/queerness/trans experience in games, diversity and race in tabletop, independent publishing/freelance work, gaming in the classroom, and philosophy.

Owner, Writer, Publisher at Arcanist Press

January 1, 2020 - Present

Co-founded and led an RPG publishing effort. Authored and designed supplements and game systems, including award-winning content (2021 ENnies for Best Supplement and Best Electronic Book), and supported end-to-end production as writer, editor, and publisher.

Professor, Scholar (Philosophy) at Florida International University

January 1, 2014 - Present

Facilitated discussion-based teaching with thousands of students and taught critical reading, writing, and thinking skills. Authored and edited original research and administered department leadership including curriculum, hires/promotions, admissions, and interdisciplinary center management.