Jury announced for DVB-I UI Competition
The panel of judges for the DVB-I User Interface Competition has been revealed. The competition, with a prize fund of €17,000, invites participants to submit DVB-I clients and apps that showcase innovative and user-friendly approaches to next-generation television. The international jury brings together experts in user experience, accessibility, design, broadcasting, and product strategy, ensuring a balanced and wide-ranging evaluation of all submissions.
On the panel are:
- Andrew Kearney – Design Director, Designosaurs; Lecturer, SRH Haalem University
- Carine Lea Chardon – Managing Director, Deutsche TV-Plattform
- Dan Fahy – Director Strategy and Transformation, Nine
- Leo Marti – Founder, Product Design Coach, Positive.Design
- Lucy Pullicino – Digital Accessibility & Inclusive User Experience Consultant
- Richard Waghorn – Chief Technology Officer, RTÉ
- Rico Surridge – Chief Product & Technology Officer
- Vibeke Nicholas-Gjesdal – Global Head of Product, Sky
Full biographies are available on the DVB-I website.
The panel will assess entries on usability, accessibility, design and visual appeal, innovation, and the use of DVB-I features. The detailed criteria are available in the competition FAQ.
The competition is open for entries now. All entries must be submitted by 23:00 CET on 31 October 2025.
