Junior Environment Artist — UE5 World Builder

the hive; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

BULKHEAD is seeking a Junior Environment Artist in the United Kingdom to help build immersive environments alongside senior teammates. You’ll create props, modular assets, and larger scenes, applying feedback and growing independence as you refine your craft.

You’ll work with Maya, 3ds Max, Blender, and UE5, contributing to visually engaging environments while learning integration and performance best practices from experienced artists and designers.

Qualifications

• 1+ years industry experience.
• Experience with 3D modelling tools and asset creation.
• Understanding of workflows, modelling and texturing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Model and texture game-ready assets that meet project standards, building your eye for composition and the project’s art style.
• Help assemble scenes alongside the team, turning concepts into visual elements with creativity and care.
• Gather and organise reference material, working with growing independence.
• Bring assets into UE5 using established workflows, and learn the best practices for integration and performance.
• Act on feedback to improve the look, efficiency and technical quality of your work.
• Estimate straightforward tasks and hit your deadlines with support from your mentor or Lead.
• Share progress regularly, flag blockers early, and ask for help when you need it.
• Work with Level Designers and Technical Artists to make sure your assets slot in smoothly.

Skills

World building

Asset iteration

Communication

Time management

Independent learning

Tools

Maya

3ds Max

Blender

UE4/UE5

Job description

BULKHEAD is seeking a Junior Environment Artist in the United Kingdom to help build immersive environments alongside senior teammates. You’ll create props, modular assets, and larger scenes, applying feedback and growing independence as you refine your craft.

You’ll work with Maya, 3ds Max, Blender, and UE5, contributing to visually engaging environments while learning integration and performance best practices from experienced artists and designers.