Hi, I’m Junaid Sheikh, a First Class Honours BA and MA in Games Art based in Manchester. I’m skilled in 3D environment creation, hard-surface and organic modelling, texturing, and rendering, with a strong eye for composition and storytelling. I’m proficient across industry-standard software and eager to contribute to professional game art pipelines while continuing to refine my craft. I’m adaptable to different roles thanks to my versatile skillset, able to manage multiple projects to deadlines. I’m eager to contribute to both creative and generalist roles while continuing to grow my craft and career.

Junaid Sheikh

Hi, I’m Junaid Sheikh, a First Class Honours BA and MA in Games Art based in Manchester. I’m skilled in 3D environment creation, hard-surface and organic modelling, texturing, and rendering, with a strong eye for composition and storytelling. I’m proficient across industry-standard software and eager to contribute to professional game art pipelines while continuing to refine my craft. I’m adaptable to different roles thanks to my versatile skillset, able to manage multiple projects to deadlines. I’m eager to contribute to both creative and generalist roles while continuing to grow my craft and career.

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Hi, I’m Junaid Sheikh, a First Class Honours BA and MA in Games Art based in Manchester. I’m skilled in 3D environment creation, hard-surface and organic modelling, texturing, and rendering, with a strong eye for composition and storytelling. I’m proficient across industry-standard software and eager to contribute to professional game art pipelines while continuing to refine my craft.

I’m adaptable to different roles thanks to my versatile skillset, able to manage multiple projects to deadlines. I’m eager to contribute to both creative and generalist roles while continuing to grow my craft and career.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder at Soft Apocalypse Studios
November 1, 2025 - November 21, 2025
Founded and led studio operations, overseeing project planning, asset creation, business development, and team coordination.
Sales and Marketing Associate at River North West
September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Developed communication and organisational skills in a target-driven environment; adapted to new venues and challenges while maintaining high performance.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Self Advertised
September 1, 2020 - November 21, 2025
Created graphic design templates for custom game decals for personal projects, studio projects and university coursework.
Hospitality Staff (Waiter/Server) at LTR Hospitality
June 1, 2019 - June 1, 2019
Built strong interpersonal and teamwork skills across varied hospitality roles; maintained efficiency and professionalism under pressure.

Education

BA (Hons) Games Art at Manchester Metropolitan University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
MA Games Art (PlayStation Pathways Program) at Manchester Metropolitan University
January 11, 2030 - November 21, 2025
A Levels at Richmond-upon-Thames College
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
GCSEs at Sunbury Manor Secondary School
January 11, 2030 - November 21, 2025

Qualifications

PlayStation Pathways Program Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - November 21, 2025

Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services