#TTRPG creator tip:

Typically, one of the writers on a project hires the rest of the team: editor, artists, other writers, layout artist, etc.

But it doesn't have to be that way. It might not even be the ideal way.

A thread.

When I proposed Adventure Sidekicks as a spin-off series from Animal Sidekicks, I decided to take a step back. I would do editing and layout but leave all the writing to the team I'd assembled.

That worked out great, so I got even more experimental.

With Supers & Sorcery, we divided the role of project manager in 2. I wanted experience running a Kickstarter, and I really didn't know much about superheroes. Cam led the writing team, all experts, and did an amazing job detailing an original setting while I took care of the KS.

I guess my point is that the writer isn't the one who has to pitch the idea, assemble the team, manage the project, and publish it.

I've already given an example of an editor serving as project manager.

If you're an artist and have a portfolio, maybe get a writer to create an adventure to go along with those pieces?

If you're a graphic designer, you could lead the writers and editors for a project you outline.

In fact, you could limit your role to just project manager no matter what else you normally do. Sometimes it's nice to wear only one hat. (I wouldn't know.)