BOOTCAMPS THAT GET YOU INDUSTRY-READY
Short, focused programs led by working industry professionals. Build real skills, get expert feedback, and take a meaningful step toward your creative career, without committing to a full internship placement.
A DIFFERENT WAY TO WORK WITH US
ArtBound Initiative's core program is a full internship placement experience with mentorship, employer access, and our placement guarantee. Our bootcamps are something different: shorter, lower-commitment programs focused on a specific skill. They're a great place to start if you're not ready for the full program, or a way to sharpen a particular area if you already know what you need. Each one is led by an industry expert and capped at a small group for a personal experience
WHAT TO EXPECT
Live and virtual
Every session runs live on Zoom, so you get real-time interaction and feedback, not pre-recorded videos
Small groups
Cohorts are intentionally capped so you get genuine attention and speaking time.
Led by working professionals
Cohorts are intentionally capped so you get genuine attention and speaking time.
Hands-on
You'll leave with something tangible: a portfolio piece, sharper interview skills, or a concrete new capability.
Portfolio-Builder Bootcamp
Create an ad campaign from scratch
Over four weeks, you'll develop one strong portfolio piece, a complete 360° brand campaign, with live coaching, professional critique, and personalized mentorship. Built for aspiring art directors and graphic designers preparing for junior creative roles.
Who this is for
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Hungry and eager aspiring art directors & graphic designers
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Creatives preparing for junior creative roles in the ad industry
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Current university students or recent graduates
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Those interested in building their portfolios
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Format: 4 weekly live sessions (90 min) on Zoom, plus 4 to 6 hours of independent work per week
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Group size: Maximum 8 participants
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Price: US $499. Save US $50 with early bird pricing.
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Availability: New cohorts run regularly
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About Kevin Forister
Kevin Forister has nearly 15 years of experience in the advertising industry, creating campaigns for brands including Samsung, Audi, FedEx, and Jack Daniel’s. His work has received numerous National Addys.
Kevin is also the author of Breaking Into Art Direction and creator of Open Door Creative. He has extensive experience coaching and mentoring emerging creatives, helping them strengthen their ideation skills, portfolios, and prepare for careers in the creative industries.
Ace Your Next Interview Bootcamp
Learn how to interview with confidence & secure your next position
In three focused sessions, you'll practice answering the questions that come up in every creative interview, from introducing yourself to handling the tough ones, with real-time feedback from a recruiter who sits on the other side of the table. Small group, lots of speaking time, genuine practice.
Who this is for
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Aspiring creatives preparing for interviews and internships
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Recent graduates entering the job market
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Current university students getting ready to apply for roles
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Anyone who wants to feel confident and prepared in interviews
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Format: 3 weekly live sessions (90 min) on Zoom plus 1-2 hours of independent work per week.
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Group size: Maximum 5 participants
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Price: US $449 Save US $50 with early bird pricing.
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Availability: New cohorts run regularly
About Vanessa Dolan
Vanessa Dolan has extensive experience with recruitment in the creative industries. She worked for 20+ years with Advertising Agencies in Australia, New York, Amsterdam, Oman & Dubai; followed by 9+ years as a creative recruiter.
Vanessa has interviewed and placed 1000s of candidates in roles and has extensive experience coaching graduates through this process as well.
FAQ
How are bootcamps different from the full ArtBound Initiative program?
Do I need to be an ArtBound Initiative participant to join a bootcamp?
Are the sessions live or recorded?
What happens if I miss a session?
How do I register?
Can't find a time that works?
The full ArtBound program is a complete internship placement experience with a placement guarantee, mentorship, and relocation support. Bootcamps are shorter, standalone programs focused on a specific skill. They don't include internship placement, but they're a great way to build skills or get a feel for working with ArtBound Initiative.
No. Bootcamps are open to anyone who meets the prerequisites. If you are an ArtBound participant or alumni, you may be eligible for a discount on select bootcamps.
All bootcamp sessions are live and are to be attended. Generally, recordings will not be shared with participants, unless a specific case requires.
Because these are small live cohorts, we ask that you only register if you can attend all sessions. Specific policies are listed on each bootcamp's registration page
Click "See schedule and register" on any bootcamp above. You'll be taken to the bootcamp's full page where you can see all the details and sign up.
Join the waitlist and we'll let you know when new dates or bootcamps are announced.