Canva is announcing changes and layoffs affecting 22 percent of its staff
Canva is making significant changes affecting 1,271 people, which is 22 percent of its staff, co-founder and CEO Melanie Perkins announced today. "For some people, this will mean changes to their roles or being asked to relocate to centralised hubs," says Perkins. "Sadly, it will also mean saying goodbye to teammates and friends who have […]
Canva, the popular graphic design platform, is implementing significant changes that will impact 1,271 employees, or 22 percent of its workforce, according to co-founder and CEO Melanie Perkins. These modifications encompass role alterations, potential relocations to centralized hubs, and workforce reductions. In a difficult decision, Perkins revealed that small adjustments alone were insufficient to position Canva for the upcoming decade.
As a result, the company is refounding itself by regaining small, empowered teams with the freedom to make decisions, take ownership, and concentrate on their community's most vital aspects.
The adjustments include merging the Product, Growth, and Platform teams into a unified product organization, streamlining layers, and consolidating overlapping responsibilities. Additionally, Sydney will become the primary location for numerous product teams and roles in other specialties where shared context and close collaboration are crucial.
Effective January, most hybrid employees are expected to spend 2 to 3 days per week in an office, depending on the circumstances in their areas. For those leaving Canva, the company will provide benefits such as at least six months' worth of salary, twelve months of healthcare coverage, and career support resources.
Squarespace recently announced layoffs affecting 19 percent of its staff, emphasizing the broader challenges companies face in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
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