For creators already doing the work.
Surround yourself with experienced peers. Talk production, brand relationships, creative testing, and the details that matter when you’re delivering UGC professionally.
UGC University · Free creator community
Your next chapter.
Starts with
your people.
A free community packed with experienced UGC creators—and a place for new creators to learn alongside them. Founded and run by Ty McGuire and James Maciuk, who actively make content and work with brands.
Join the free communityOn Discord · No payment required
Free to joinExperienced creatorsActive foundersNew creators welcome
Our ambition: the #1 free UGC community
Experienced creators.
A stronger place to start.
We bring a high concentration of experienced creators into one free community. Established creators can connect with peers, and new creators can learn alongside people already doing the work.
For creators finding their footing.
You don’t need a portfolio full of paid work to belong. Ask questions, learn from experienced creators, and build your skills in a community that welcomes beginners.
For brands looking for proven creators.
Our strong database of proven creators gives brands a place to start when looking for UGC talent. Connect with us about your content needs and the creators you’re looking for.
Creator owned. Creator led.
Actively creating.
Actively leading.
UGC University was founded by Ty McGuire and James Maciuk. Both founders actively make UGC, work with brands, and run their own content businesses. We’re in the industry doing the same work our community is here to learn and grow.
From filming and editing to delivering brand content, our experience comes from the work we’re doing now. We bring those lessons into a free community built to help creators at every stage.
$20K–$30K
Monthly net profit. Per founder.Ty and James each make $20K–$30K in monthly net profit from their tech UGC businesses. Both actively create content and work with brands.
Confirmed by the founders. These figures describe their own businesses; individual creator results vary.
For brands & agencies
Looking for creators?
You’re in good company.
A strong database of proven creators. A community rich in experience. Founders who understand brand work because they actively do it.
Proven creator talent.
Start your search with a community that brings experienced UGC creators together.
A creator’s perspective.
Ty and James know the work behind a brief—from filming and editing to delivering content for brands.
Your next collaboration.
Tell us about your brand, the content you need, and the kind of creator you want to work with.
Let’s talk about your next campaign.
Join our Discord and connect with the UGC University team about finding creators.
Your people are one step away
Come for the UGC.
Stay for the community.
No application or payment required. Join us on Discord.
Join the free community- Join the Discord.
Open the community invite and sign in to your Discord account.
- Get settled in.
Follow the server’s welcome steps and take a look around.
- Start a conversation.
Introduce yourself, ask a question, or share what you’re working on.
A few things to know
Before you jump in.
Is the community really free?
Yes. Joining the UGC University community is free. You don’t need to buy a course or enroll in coaching to join.
Can I join if I’m new to UGC?
Yes. You don’t need an existing portfolio or a paid brand deal. Bring your curiosity and a willingness to learn and contribute.
What if I already create UGC?
You’re welcome here too. Connect with other creators, share your experience, and compare notes on what you’re working on.
Can brands find creators here?
Yes. We have a strong database of proven creators. Join our Discord and connect with the UGC University team about your brand, campaign, and creator needs.
Where does the community live?
On Discord. You’ll need a Discord account to accept the invite and participate in the server.
Does joining guarantee paid deals?
No. The community is a place to connect and learn. Paid opportunities and earnings depend on your work, experience, and the market.
Make your next move.
With your people.
Your place in the UGC community starts here.
Join the free community
Free to join. No payment required.