Aaron Stein

Independent Energy/Commodity Broker, Customer Service Representative for MSA, Inc., Social Media & Graphics Director at HackPGH, Professional Dungeon Master at Startplaying.games

Role
Professional Dungeon Master at Startplaying
Location
Pittsburgh, PA, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Aaron Stein

Hello, I am an accomplished web design, and graphic design professional with 23 years of…

Experience

  1. Professional Dungeon Master

    Startplaying

    Feb 2022 — Present · Pittsburgh, PA, US

    Through Startplaying.games I was able to create a career out of my passion of being a full time Dungeon Master for the game Dungeons and Dragons for players all across the world. Each week I create unique experiences for my players through creating art, writing storylines, developing puzzles and games for the players to solve and managing it all week to week to entertain my clients. This position required me to- Facilitate engaging online role-playing game sessions for over three dozen paying players, ensuring an immersive and enjoyable experience- Design and implement complex storylines and scenarios, showcasing strong creative writing and storytelling skills- Manage and balance diverse player groups, demonstrating exceptional interpersonal and conflict resolution abilities- Utilize advanced organizational skills to schedule, plan, and execute regular gaming sessions, ensuring consistent player engagement- Adapt and customize game mechanics to suit various preferences and playstyles, illustrating flexibility and a client-centric approach- Leverage digital tools to enhance gameplay, including virtual table-tops and voice communication software- Create detailed world-building elements, including maps, lore, and NPCs (Non-Player Characters), demonstrating strong attention to detail- Develop and maintain a vibrant online community, fostering a positive and inclusive atmosphere- Monitor player feedback to continually improve session quality and player satisfaction, showing commitment to continuous improvement- Handle administrative tasks such as payment processing, player recruitment, and marketing, showcasing strong business acumen- Collaborate with players on story arcs and character development, enhancing player investment and enjoyment- Utilize problem-solving skills to manage in-game challenges and scheduling conflicts, ensuring smooth gameplay.

Education

  • State College Area High School

    Diploma, Art/Art Studies, General

    1993 — 1997

  • Penn State University

    Bachelor's of Science, Business Marketing

    2005 — 2008

Skills

  • Mac
  • Outlook
  • Promotions
  • Public Relations
  • Word
  • Css
  • Customer Relations
  • Marketing Communications
  • Facebook
  • Dreamweaver
  • Illustrator
  • Illustration
  • Brochures
  • Html
  • Advertising
  • Writing
  • Event Planning
  • Online Marketing
  • Excel
  • Marketing Materials
  • Microsoft Office
  • Art
  • Email Marketing
  • Social Media
  • Event Management
  • Logos
  • Copywriting
  • Blogging
  • Web Design
  • Social Networking
  • Research
  • Wordpress
  • Editing
  • Cartooning
  • Graphics
  • Public Speaking
  • Layout
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Indesign
  • Graphic Design

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