Entrants are being invited to design a new character, known simply as ‘The Evangelist’, with the winning submission redrawn by Gorillaz’ animator Jamie Hewlett.
The winner will be revealed 6 January 2011 on the band’s website, . The winner will be credited on the competition page and will receive a Gorillaz gift pack, including a signed, framed print of Jamie Hewlett’s final design of the character.
Internet Explorer 9 Beta was launched with the support of Gorillaz in September. Since then, according to the company, more than 10 million people have downloaded the browser worldwide.
The competition entry deadline is Sunday 28 November. All entries will be put to a public vote to shortlist the best entries for each week of the competition.
Jamie Hewlett and Gorillaz’ design team will then judge the finalists from each week in order to pick a winner.
David Law, director of Microsoft Internet Explorer in the UK, said: "The feedback we’re getting since launch is fantastic. Internet Explorer 9 Beta is showing people all around the world why browsers really matter and the Gorillaz website is a perfect example of how the web is more beautiful with Internet Explorer 9 Beta.
"It behaves just like any other app you’re familiar with. It’s fast and it’s a browser people trust. We‘re really looking forward to seeing what Gorillaz fans will come up with to bring the Evangelist to life through Internet Explorer 9 Beta."
.jpg)
.jpg)