Hitesh Patil (b. 1995) is a Mumbai‑based creative technologist, multimedia artist, and interdisciplinary R&D leader whose practice fuses art, engineering, and immersive storytelling. With a Master’s in Computer Science from the University of Pune and over seven years of experience spanning Gen-AI, AI/ML, IoT, AR/VR, and embedded systems, Hitesh designs experiences that are as poetic as they are technically rigorous.
Professional Highlights
Creative Technologist & Account Director, Ogilvy India: Leading cross‑disciplinary teams to develop AI‑powered brand activations, sensor‑driven installations, and rapid‑prototype product solutions for global clients.
Assistive‑Tech Innovation: Developed wearable glasses for hearing‑impaired students, integrating computer vision and haptic feedback to empower classroom learning.
Artistic Projects
Cannes Lions Bronze “Chai Bansuri” (April 3, 2025): Engineered a life‑size tea kettle installation for Brooke Bond Taj Mahal that plays live Raag Hamsadhwani through steam‑powered bansuri, blending traditional music with real‑time prototyping.
Walls Have Ears Too (India Art Fair 2024): A 69‑foot kinetic sculpture exploring surveillance and collective memory through shifting metal panels and responsive lighting.
Conscious Collective Collaboration (2023): A sustainable, 21‑foot kinetic installation for Godrej Design Lab, co‑created with local artisans to evoke the interplay of motion and material.
Driven by a belief that data and motion can become poetic language, Hitesh’s work invites audiences to question perception, intimacy, and our relationship with technology. He is currently open to collaborations that challenge the boundaries of sensory storytelling and deep‑tech innovation. Feel free to connect to explore how art and cutting‑edge technology can converge in your next project.
