Dara Paryas is a creative graphic designer based in Atlanta, GA. Born in Tehran, Iran, he moved to the United States in 2012. After studying English and adjusting to American culture in Athens, GA, Dara relocated to Atlanta, earning his BFA from Georgia State University in 2021.

Dara worked as a designer at Stripe Theory for two years (in-between navigating the maze of immigration). Most recently, he contributed to Mailchimp's Ecosystem team, where he focused on design projects that supported growth through technology partnerships.

In his free time, Dara enjoys spending time with his wife, their cat, and friends, tending to his 30+ houseplants, visiting the High Museum and Atlanta Botanical Garden, and channeling his creativity through illustration and photography.