By Stephanie Zucarelli
Rishad Patel is a product design professional with experience spanning over two decades. As the co-founder of Splice Media, he has a passion for shaping the landscape of media products and design, and his work has made a significant impact on companies in Singapore, India, New Zealand, Europe, and the United States.
Over the years, Rishad’s diverse portfolio showcases his expertise in web, mobile, radio, advertising, and newsrooms. His perspective on smart design and User Experience caught the attention of establishments such as MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology), SMART (Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology), and ETH (Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule). These collaborations have allowed him to push the boundaries of innovation and contribute to cutting-edge research and development in the field of design.
As a co-founder of Splice Media, he has extended his expertise to the editorial sphere and worked as an editorial consultant at The Straits Times in Singapore, the Wanganui Chronicle in New Zealand, and Mid-Day in Mumbai. By merging his design skills with his understanding of storytelling, Rishad has helped these media organizations enhance their visual appeal and deliver engaging content to their audiences.
Rishad’s dedication to sharing knowledge and insights with others is evident through his newsletter, Frames. With this weekly publication, he provides a comprehensive overview of the latest media products and design trends. This valuable resource allows professionals in the industry to stay up-to-date and adapt to the ever-evolving media landscape.
Don’t miss out on Rishad’s keynote “How to Break Through Wall-to-Wall Media”, where he’ll address the challenges of Media 4.0 as an era characterized by endless content, on-demand consumption, algorithmic influence, and constant media immersion.
Don’t miss day two of Media Party Chicago! More info at mediaparty.org.

