Our Story
Ostuni Studios was created to respond to a clear gap we saw in the region.
Puglia is rich in character, craftsmanship, and hospitality. What is often missing is structured support to help brands communicate their value clearly and consistently in today’s digital landscape.
Many businesses have strong ideas and beautiful spaces, but lack the time, tools, or strategic guidance to turn that into effective digital presence. We built Ostuni Studios to take on that responsibility.
By bringing content creation, creative direction, and digital marketing together under one roof, we simplify the process and remove unnecessary friction. Our clients do not need to manage multiple suppliers or keep up with constantly changing platforms. We do that for them.
Our background spans international markets, modern digital practices, and on the ground experience in one of Italy’s most distinctive regions. This allows us to combine global standards with a deep respect for local identity.
A Creative Studio Born in Puglia, Shaped by International Experience
Our Team
Ali Pike
Ali heads the commercial and operational heart of Ostuni Studios. With extensive entrepreneurial experience, having founded and grown, over twelve years, a leading experiential travel company in Puglia, now part of the international Virtuoso network, she brings a deep knowledge of the territory, a strong network of relationships and a strategic vision. Ali manages client relationships, project logistics and business development, guiding each collaboration with care and reliability.
Commercial Director & Co-Founder
Max Keep
Max is the creative eye behind the studio. Photographer and videographer with a distinctive artistic style, he specialises in capturing the beauty of hospitality, architecture, lifestyle and culture. With extensive experience in destination photography, portraiture and step-and-repeat red carpet coverage, he moves seamlessly from intimate moments to high-profile events. From concept to final edit, Max creates visuals that feel emotional, refined and genuinely unforgettable.
Visual Director & Co-Founder
Ava Carrieri
Ava shapes the strategy behind the creativity. As the studio’s marketing lead, she turns visuals into results with digital strategy, content planning, storytelling, copywriting and paid advertising. Ava brings marketing psychology and brand positioning expertise that transform content into measurable impact.
Digital Marketing SpecialiastTogether, we blend creativity, strategy and hospitality insight into a seamless, premium client experience. We’re intentionally small, so every brand receives the attention, detail and care it deserves.