John Burnett’s
Game UI Design
Mentorship
Break into the Game Industry with a real Art Director in a custom 8-week Mentorship.
John Burnett’s
Game UI Design
Mentorship
Become a professional Game UI Artist with a real Art Director as your guide.
The Game Industry can feel limitless… and painfully directionless without guidance.
Stop feeling so alone post-layoff, blindly cobbling a Game UI Portfolio or enduring yet another auto-rejection email.
Excel with Veteran Art Director John “The Wingless” Burnett and experience the life-changing benefits of a personalized Game UI Mentorship.
This isn’t some generic Bootcamp. This is an exclusive educational experience in its 6th successful year with over 50 succesful students.
In my Game UI Design Mentorship, you build the skillsets that get you the job of your dreams, all at your own pace.
And no – you never have to do this alone.
New Worlds Await.
“I looked forward to class each week.”
Anne Goodman
Obsidian Entertainment
“…better than any other course I’d done.”
Sam Austin
Netease Games
“…incredibly rewarding and insightful.”
Andrew Krelle
Electronic Arts
ONLY $200 a month*
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the perfect fit.
We’re here to teach every walk of life, from Product Designers to School Teachers.
CAREER SWITCHERS
Games are your life, and you’re tired of not seizing that very achievable goal. Stop daydreaming your life away and be an active part of the solution.
No portfolio required.
We’ll build it from scratch together one case study at a time and ensure it dazzles Studios with what they want to see: process.
STUDENTS & GRADS
You’re young and passionate but utterly directionless with your future. Break into Games and gain the most incredible trajectory of your professional life.
No industry experience needed.
I’ll teach you the ecosystem, the politics, even the day-to-day of what it’s like to be a professional UI gamdev.
INDUSTRY DESIGNERS
You’re ready to utilize your current skills to break into Games, fast. Don’t fear Ai (we’re bolstered by it!) and let your instincts and experience guide you.
Use basic design software.
Forget an expensive tech stack. If you’ve got Photoshop, or even a rough Photoshop equivalent, you’re good to go.
More than a Dream,
a Destiny.
Go lightyears beyond Bootcamps and Cohorts.
OUR WORLD REVOLVES AROUND YOU.
Learn your way at your pace. Unlike rigid Bootcamps or Cohorts, every class here is built around your ambitions and abilities. Shape your curriculum with the genres you love. We even have generous reschedules for when life comes at you fast. Here, you are our world.
STELLAR CREDENTIALS.
Learn from John “The Wingless” Burnett, Game Art Director & Senior UI Artist with a 20-year career. In addition to his international Mentorship in its 6th year with 50+ alumni, John has worked with AAA megastudios: Electronic Arts, Id Software, Sega, Microsoft and over 25 Indies. Mobile, Console, PC – He’s seen & done it all.
ELEVATE YOUR CAREER.
Craft an Industry Portfolio that dominates your competition. Ace Game UI interviews, learn the intimate day-to-day of the real job and the politics of game studios – we’ll even work on your Resume and Interviewing skills. While everyone else is second-guessing themselves, you’ll have all the answers.
More than a Dream,
a Destiny.
No more waiting. It’s time to truly embrace your creative future.
OUR WORLD REVOLVES AROUND YOU.
Learn your way at your pace. Unlike rigid Bootcamps or Cohorts, every class here is built around your ambitions and abilities. Shape your curriculum with the genres you love. We even have generous reschedules for when life comes at you fast. Here, you are our world.
STELLAR CREDENTIALS.
Learn from John “The Wingless” Burnett, Game Art Director & Senior UI Artist with a 20-year career. In addition to his international Mentorship in its 6th year with 50+ alumni, John has worked with AAA megastudios: Electronic Arts, Id Software, Sega, Microsoft and over 25 Indies. Mobile, Console, PC – He’s seen & done it all.
ELEVATE YOUR CAREER.
Craft an Industry Portfolio that dominates your competition. Ace Game UI interviews, learn the intimate day-to-day of the real job and the politics of game studios – we’ll even work on your Resume and Interviewing skills. While everyone else is second-guessing themselves, you’ll have all the answers.
WE WERE BORN FOR THIS.
Let the Game Industry’s most trusted private educator take you under his wing.
Meet your own personal Art Director, John “The Wingless” Burnett, veteran UI Designer with 20 years of AAA-studio experience.
John has worked with some of the biggest names in entertainment: Midway, id Software, Electronic Arts, Sega, Activision, Microsoft and many more as both an in-house artist and as a Consultant in his personal Design firm.
These days, John is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of game developers. His international Mentorship sets the Industry standard for Game UI UX education, catapulting over 50 successful students towards their dream job. With 6 years of experience mentoring professionals from every walk of life – John guides with excitement, empathy and exemplary results.
John lives in Chicago with his beautiful family, loves roguelikes, sushi and all things nerdy.
EXPERIENCE
2020’s. Mentor. John Burnett’s Game UI Design Mentorship. Chicago
2010’s. Creative Director. John Burnett Design. Chicago
2010’s. Art Director. Glu Mobile. Seattle Headquarters
2010’s Lead UI Artist. Id Software. Dallas.
2000’s. Senior UI Artist. Electronic Arts. Los Angeles
2000s’. UI Artist. Midway Games. Chicago.
FROM THE DESK OF JOHN BURNETT
You are about to join some of the bravest people I’ve ever known.
No, seriously. I’ve been doing this for 6 years, and I’ve Mentored every walk of life. I’ve worked with college grads and Senior level talent. I’ve taught people as close as my zipcode and so far away, they’re a day into the future. I’ve taught Product Designers from Microsoft and welders with knuckle tattoos.
They all had one thing in common: they were brave. Changing careers, jumping ship, or simply committing to a Dream is not something everyone can do. It takes talent, grit… and support.
That’s why I’m here, to give you a real fighting chance to break into the videogame Industry. This isn’t a low-rent video tutorial or some random Bootcamp where you’re just a face in the crowd. This is bespoke, 1-on-1 master-apprentice learning centered completely around you – with 50+ successful students as part of its 6-year legacy.
Excellent private Tech Education is real, effective and waiting just for you. Please take your time, really dig into the materials, and… well, just dream bigger.
New Worlds Await.
Your Future Mentor,
John “TheWingless” Burnett
Latest Updates for July 2026:
-A huge welcome back to Elizabeth for her 4th Season with me!
-Brand new post on the 6 job-killing mistakes you are making on your Game UI Portfolio in the Blogs here
-I am still looking to completely fill my Summer schedule with students. Remember: I can only take on 5 Students at a time!
Our Perfect Trajectory.
Our curriculum is based on 6 years of experience and 50+ success stories.
RESEARCH & CONCEPTING
Weeks 1 & 2.
More than sketches, Concepts are your crystal ball. See how everything comes together from Day 1. Master crucial strategies to envision finished game screens, navigate game market research and commiserate with your team and Director.
GAME UX WIREFRAMING
Weeks 3, 4 & 5.
Your project’s critical pivot point. Master core game UX principles, do-no-harm iterative design, and game team presentation mastery. Unlock your adventure: Wireframing can attract lucrative UX-only contracts for your budding gamedev career.
UI ART & Ai INTEGRATION
Weeks 6, 7 & 8.
The real test of your prepwork. Master time-tested Photoshop techniques to forge stunning UI artwork from the ground up. Plus, explore the power of AI integration (optional) – the best of classic craft and future-forward innovation to keep you hyper-competitive.
Yes, absolutely we can explore topics that are meaningful to your creativity and career in addition to our Curriculum.
Ignition Sequence.
Your creative journey with real Industry leadership begins today.
CUSTOMIZE.
Apply so I can truly understand your ambitions. A few basic questions about timezone, portfolio (if you have one) and most importantly: what you’re all about and what you hope to accomplish.
DISCOVERY.
We’ll set up a friendly (no, really!) & informative Discovery Interview. I’ll show you a wealth of student work and truly understand what path you want to take in your creative career.
LAUNCH.
Start immediately after the Invoice. We can start building your Game Dev career within the week. That’s the power of personal mentorship. Your 2 Month transformation begins at the speed of light.
Mentorship is for serious inquiries only with a $100 non-refundable fee for the Discovery Call.
You Belong with the Best.
Join the hundreds just like you who have dared to dream big.
“His enthusiasm, honesty, and adaptability made our time together incredibly rewarding and insightful.”
–Andrew Krelle
Electronic Arts, Niantic
“I looked forward to class each week, and I always found myself motivated to keep working on my project between classes, even when I was tired and burnt out after work.”
-Anne Goodman
Obsidian Entertainment
“We discussed everything from Game design, User experience, how to deal with mismanagement and to create an experience that puts the player and the vision first.”
–Giovanni Loverso
Electronic Arts
“Being able to do these longer sessions 1-1 was better than any other course I’d done. While receiving feedback, together we annotated wireframes, sketched out ideas, explored visual themes, and came up with solutions to design problems.”
–Samuel Austin
Netease Games
View even more of my real testimonials and success stories on LinkedIn.
Countless Worlds, Limited Seats.
Become one of the select few in this rare opportunity.
Brontë
Canada
Rena
Japan
Andrew
USA
Raisa
UK
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Interviewing
Seating is extremely limited to only 5 slots at a time. We do not have cohorts because class starts when you do.
This isn’t a cramped classroom or lagging bootcamp. This is all about you.
Names and locations are for illustrative purposes. We will always respect your data and privacy.
Countless Worlds, Limited Seats.
Join the select few on this rare opportunity.
???
Interviewing
We do not have cohorts because class starts when you do. Seating is also extremely limited to only 5 slots at a time. This isn’t a cramped classroom or lagging bootcamp. This is all about you.
Names and locations are for illustrative purposes. We will always respect your data and privacy.
Let’s Chart a Course Together.
Realize your Future in a personal Mentorship with stellar results.
AI-generated for visualization purposes
Imagine yourself in the Game Industry as a real Game UI Artist.
Start your custom 8-Week Mentorship with your own Art Director. Learn from Industry Leadership. We have 6 years of experience and 50+ Alumni.
This is not a dream, this is destiny.
Personalized Classes
Veteran Leadership
Generous Reschedules
Layoff Recovery
Personal Validation
Customized Curriculum
Welcome Packages
Online UI Guides
Industry Insider Info
Resume Reviews
Portfolio Design
Mock Interviews
Case Study Writeups
Job Search Safety
Ai Integration
John’s Note: there is absolutely no reason to be nervous. It costs nothing to apply and most Mentees find the process more illuminating than intimidating. Just relax, breathe, and be a part of the solution.
Let’s Chart a Course Together.
Realize your Future in a personal Mentorship with stellar results.
AI-generated for visualization purposes
Imagine yourself in the Game Industry as a UI Artist.
Start your custom 8-Week Mentorship with your own Art Director. Learn from Industry Leadership. We have 6 years of experience and 50+ Alumni.
This is not a dream, this is destiny.
Personalized Classes
Veteran Leadership
Generous Reschedules
Industry Certification
Personal Validation
Customized Curriculum
Welcome Packages
Online UI Guides
Industry Insider Info
Resume Reviews
Portfolio Design
Mock Interviews
Case Study Writeups
Job Search Safety
Ai Integration
*BNPL Final terms, including APR, subject to credit approval and will be presented at checkout.
GAME UI GUIDES & BLOGS
Need a little more reading material?
Six Job-Killing Mistakes you are Making in your Game UI Portoflio
How Game UI Design is safe from Artificial Intelligence… Kinda
6 Reasons you are not Ready to be a Game UI Artist (and how to fix that)
…and lots more Blogs and Guides to discover right here.
Questions? Answers.
Q: What happens once I register for the Program?
Within about 24 – 72 hours, depending on the current backlog of Registrants, you’ll receive an email invitation for our (fun and very casual) 30-minute Discovery Call via Google Meet where I can get to know you better, you can get a sense of my personality, and I can show you tons of real student work.
Please note: the Discovery Call costs a nonrefundable $100 to assure serious inquiries.
Q: How often do the Mentorship classes meet weekly and for how long in total?
Our standard curriculum is 8 Sessions, 1 hour minimum each Session (soft stop at the end). At that pace, our Engagement will last 2 months. While you are not obliged to take more classes, we recommend 2 to 3 consecutive Engagements to truly catapult your career. Or put another way: learning is a lifelong affair, and your competition will not rest.
Q: How do Reschedules Work
Real life comes at you fast, so you may Reschedule your upcoming Class to be pushed back 1 week, at the same hour. You can manually request a Reschedule ahead of time and they automatically trigger if you are over 15 minutes late. You are generously gifted 3 reschedules per 8-Session Engagement.
Q: Are there any refunds?
You may request a prorated refund up to the 3rd Session or 3rd week, whichever occurs first. The Value of this experience flows both ways, and I want both parties to be comfortable with each other. After that cutoff period no refunds will be given, excepting emergencies and unforeseen tragedies (upon which time I’ll use my discretion).
If I cannot make our $100 Discovery Meeting, I’ll attempt to reschedule as many times as is feasible. However, if you miss the $100 Discovery Meeting, the fee is nonrefundable, again, excepting extreme circumstances.
Q: Do you have weekend classes?
No, I like my weekends too!
Q: I don’t know if I can do this.
Let’s find out together.
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John Burnett’s
Game UI Design
Mentorship
Break into the Game Industry with a real Art Director in a custom 8-week Mentorship.