Great culture, talented people, and meaningful work, but growing pains come with scale - Specialist Operations Canva Employee Review

4.0
Jun 1, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- Strong company culture that genuinely values collaboration, kindness, and employee wellbeing. - Opportunity to work with highly talented and passionate people across different functions and regions. - Flexible work arrangements and good work-life balance compared to many companies in the industry. - Leadership encourages innovation and gives employees opportunities to contribute beyond their core role. - Competitive benefits, learning opportunities, and a mission that employees can be proud of. - Inclusive environment where different perspectives are welcomed and respected.

Cons

- As the company grows, processes and responsibilities can sometimes become unclear or change frequently. - Decision-making can occasionally feel slow due to the number of stakeholders involved. - Workloads may become heavy during periods of rapid growth, organizational changes, or major company initiatives. - Career progression can vary depending on team structure and available opportunities. - Communication between teams can sometimes be inconsistent, leading to duplicated effort or confusion.

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5.0
Apr 27, 2026
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Pros

- Fast pace - Interesting tech - Fun product to work on - Great culture & values

Cons

- Crunch periods can be full on

3.0
May 28, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Product is beloved by users. Brand affinity is second to none which makes being a marketer a lot of fun. Genuinely good and caring coworkers who want to build something great. Hiring bar is high. Vibe and Thrive benefit is clever and unique.

Cons

Behind the brand is a cult like culture with the “founders” surrounded by yes people (whether they are aware of it or not). Mediocrity seems to be tolerated among management’s “old guard” causing tension and churn with newer and sometimes more experienced leaders. Insecure leaders at some of the highest levels perpetuate much of the toxic behaviors described in the reviews below such as gaslighting and favoritism. People “disappear” with little to no explanation, but hey, it’s the “Canva way”.

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