Humans in Games bootcamps are designed to be accessible, practical, and human-centered.

They focus on building real skills and creating opportunities to be seen—without pay-to-play barriers.

Our bootcamps are designed for all levels of experience, from aspiring developers to seasoned professionals. They’re ideal for:

• Early-career and aspiring game developers

• Mid-career professionals looking to sharpen or expand their skills

• Artists, designers, programmers, writers, and producers

• Creators affected by layoffs or career transitions

• Self-taught developers seeking structured guidance

Each bootcamp clearly lists the recommended skill level, so you can choose the cohort that best matches your experience and learning goals.

Each bootcamp follows a consistent, transparent format:

• Length: 6–8 weeks

• Sessions: 2 live sessions per week

• Session length: 1–2 hours

• Format: Live, instructor-led (remote)

• Cohort size: Small groups to ensure interaction and feedback

• Schedule: Designed to accommodate working professionals, with evening and weekend options available

Skill Levels & Cohorts

• Bootcamps vary in difficulty, from beginner to advanced

• Cohorts are grouped to match skill level, ensuring meaningful instruction and feedback

• Professionals are welcome to join advanced or specialized bootcamps to boost skills or explore new areas

This structure ensures that anyone can participate, even while maintaining a full-time job, by keeping sessions manageable and offering flexible scheduling.

Each bootcamp focuses on a specific, industry-relevant skill area, whether technical or business-focused. Participants can expect:

• Practical instruction from experienced industry professionals

• Clear learning goals for each week

• Hands-on work and guided practice

• Feedback and discussion during live sessions

• Exercises between sessions

Curriculum is developed in-house and reviewed with guidance from our advisory board to reflect current industry realities across both technical and business disciplines.

Bootcamps are taught by paid instructors with real-world experience in the game industry.

We believe:

• Teaching is work

• Expertise should be respected

• Quality education requires fair compensation

Instructors are selected for both skill and ability to teach in a supportive, inclusive environment.

Bootcamps are not designed to end in isolation. Participants will:

• Produce portfolio-ready work

• Present projects to peers, mentors, or industry partners

• Gain practical understanding and expand their professional network

Our goal is not just skill development, but visibility and connection. Whether you're an early-career professional or a seasoned expert, these opportunities help your work be seen and create meaningful industry connections.

• Bootcamps: Included with a $60/year Humans in Games membership

  There are no hidden fees and no pay-to-play exposure. Membership fees help keep the program accessible; sponsorships and partnerships help cover instructor costs.

  To ensure the best learning experience, bootcamp cohorts are kept intentionally small. Participants apply and are selected for each bootcamp, allowing instructors to provide personalized feedback and meaningful interaction. As our community grows, we plan to run multiple sessions of the same bootcamp simultaneously, ensuring that no one gets left out and every participant receives the attention they deserve, not lost in a cohort of 100+ students.

Bootcamps are collaborative learning spaces. We ask participants to:

• Show up respectfully and on time

• Engage in good faith

• Support fellow learners

• Follow our community guidelines

We do not tolerate harassment, discrimination, or exploitative behavior.

To set clear expectations:

• Bootcamps do not guarantee employment

• They are not replacements for full-time education

• They are not unpaid labor programs

• They are not pay-to-play exposure platforms

They are structured opportunities to learn, grow, and be seen.

As Humans in Games grows, bootcamps will connect into:

• Developer showcases

• Accessible job fairs

• A human-centered job board

• Ongoing community and mentorship opportunities

Bootcamps are the starting point, not the end.