About Us

What sets Hive Art Media apart is its steadfast independence, a haven for unbridled creativity.

The studio is not just a collection of talents, but a collective of passionate designers who craft their work with a sense of fun and camaraderie. This distinctive structure bears testimony to their belief that exceptional design is a fusion of fervor, intellect, and personal dedication. At Hive Art Media, the proprietors are also the artisans, ensuring that every client is nurtured by the very creators of the craft. With professional experience spanning across decades and a portfolio across industries and clients of all scales, their work stands as a testament to the enduring power of passion-infused design.

Ivy Ching

Brand & Marketing Strategist

After two decades of working in advertising and marketing for other agencies, Ivy decided to make her own mark in 2020 with the launch of Hive Art Media, LLC. As a wearer of many hats and primarily the team’s Group Account Director/Brand & Marketing Strategist, Ivy’s diverse role includes leading, planning and project management of all account activities, and partnering with CEOs, executives, and solopreneurs to grow their personal and professional brands, human-to-human. She knows it’s not mastering the marketing flavor of the week that drives conversions and creates successful campaigns, but how well you connect with the heart-beating people you’re trying to help and communicate your understanding back to them. With a strong focus on client relationships, she strives to deliver the best creative work alongside the overall strategy of the client. Born in Hong Kong and raised in NYC (Lets Go Rangers!), Ivy is now a Philly resident who also enjoys rooting for the Eagles, browsing at brew fests, and volunteering at various organizations close to her heart. But it’s time spent with her close-knit family, their four dogs, and visiting her adopted tribe in Galway that tops the list.

Alan Wiener

Director of Business Development

With his background as an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon and educator, Alan brings to the Hive Art Media team a unique understanding of healthcare, social services, education, and related industries. Though his eye is on ever-changing marketing strategies, new business development and account service, Alan never loses sight of the all-important human element. Distilling the needs of every client, and presenting them to the correct audiences, is a key factor in every campaign. Whether it’s working with marketing, development or human resources departments, Alan looks to emphasize and communicate the uniqueness of each client. Alan is a native New Yorker and volunteers his time at the Bronx Zoo.

Martín Castro

Creative Director

Martín does creative graphic work on everything from advertising to branding campaigns to interactive web design. Before moving to the US almost 20 years ago, he worked for several years in Argentina, earning his BFA in graphic design from the Universidad de Buenos Aires. He worked in New York City advertising agencies for 12 years, progressing from staff graphic designer to Art Director. In NYC, he developed his career, worked in teams large and small, and made lifelong friends. His primary role as Creative Director at Hive Art Media includes creative strategy and direction, graphic design, and occasionally IT and technical troubleshooting go-to guy. He currently lives and works in Philadelphia.

Fran Allende

SEO Researcher and Strategist