Channel 4 and EA team for mobile game competition

Channel 4's 4Talent department and Electronic Arts are offering aspiring games designers a chance to pitch their ideas for a new mobile phone game.

The winner will receive GBP 2500 and a placement at EA Mobile.

"4Talent is committed to helping emerging content producers maximise their creative potential," commented James Estill, senior producer for 4Talent.

"This partnership with EA provides the perfect opportunity to support the gaming industry and nurture the next generation of games developers."

The closing date for submissions is October 17, with the winner being announced at this year's Golden Joystick Awards on October 26.

The judging panel will consist of Channel 4 Education's Matt Locke, EA Mobile's Tim Harrison and Chris Gibbs and O2's head of games Despina Kaparaki.