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Canva · 1 week ago

Design Lead, Creative Content

positionSan Francisco, CA
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityLead/Staff

Canva is redefining how the world experiences design, and they are seeking a Design Lead to guide the creative strategy and execution of their Education content ecosystem. This role involves leading a multidisciplinary team to produce high-impact content tailored for K–12 educators and students, ensuring quality and inclusivity in all learning materials.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Graphic DesignPhoto EditingPublishingSoftwareWeb Design
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Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Lead creative strategy, direction, and output for the Learn Grid and Canva’s Education content marketplace
Manage and mentor a team of Content Creatives (prompters/designers, illustrators, motion storytellers)
Ensure quality while expanding Canva’s production funnels to scale education content
Oversee end-to-end content creation from concept to execution
Ensure all content meets learning, cultural, and accessibility standards
Collaborate with the Learning Experience group and i18n to align content to real classroom needs
Partner with Product teams to deliver new content features that support educators and learners
Build scalable creative frameworks and guidelines tailored for K–12 audiences
Conduct creative reviews and elevate craft across the team
Advocate for inclusive, age-appropriate design and representation
Use insights and data to iterate content effectiveness and relevance

Qualification

Creative strategyContent creationAI toolsAccessibility standardsEducational designData insightsTeam mentoringStakeholder engagementInclusive designCollaboration

Required

Strong creative background with ability to design for varied user types
Experience leading content creation with AI tools in creative workflows
Experience leading content creation across multiple formats (static, motion, interactive)
Experience translating data/user insights into creative decisions
Experience working with diverse stakeholder (and/or external partners)
Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing junior creatives (not just managing)
Experience with accessibility standards and inclusive design practices
Experience contributing to hiring and team-building

Preferred

Experience designing for educational contexts, especially K-12
Education industry background highly desired

Benefits

Equity packages - we want our success to be yours too
Health benefits plans to support you and your wellbeing
401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing, social connection, office setup & more
Flexible leave options that empower you to be a force for good, take time to recharge and supports you personally

Company

Canva

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Canva is an online design and visual communication platform that provides design tools for non-designers.
dateFounded in 2013
location
Sydney, New South Wales, AUS
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.canva.com

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$2.51B
Key Investors
FidelityQuadrant Private EquityStack Capital
2025-08-20Secondary Market
2024-10-31Secondary Market
2024-05-02Secondary Market· $328.51M

Leadership Team

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Melanie Perkins
CEO & Co-founder
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Cameron Adams
Co-founder & Chief Product Officer
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