Biography
Mar (pronounced Mare) Asayan serves as the lead visual storyteller and brand strategist for The New York Community Trust. As part of the in-house communications team, they translate research, program area initiatives, and development work into powerful creative content for print, digital, and social media platforms and oversee content use and replication on additional platforms. Mar also develops and manages the implementation of The Trust's social media strategy.
Mar is passionate about supporting local communities and creating pieces that help others discover their love for hyperlocal and collective giving. They live in Astoria with their spouse and pampered cat, Zelda. In their free time, Mar cohosts the Astoria Board Game Club and enjoys curling up with a good book and visiting museums.
Mar is a member of AIGA, has a BFA from Syracuse University and an MA in design studies from The New School, and holds a certificate in Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice in Design from The New School.
What I like most about New York City
It's a city that is both forgiving and accepting when it comes to being your full authentic self.