Research & Technical Communications Manager (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

What You'd Be Doing In This Role

You'll lead communications for major research publications, engineering milestones, developer programs, ecosystem announcements, and Canva's research blog, owning the narrative, media strategy, and cross-functional rollout to bring Canva's technical innovation to life for external audiences.

You'll build and maintain relationships with leading technology and science journalists, research-focused publications, AI influencers, creators, and industry voices, ensuring Canva plays an active role in the conversations shaping the future of AI and technology.

You'll manage communications for Canva's engineering, AI, and research leaders, helping them build influence across the technology industry through media engagement, speaking opportunities, and industry.

You'll work closely with researchers, engineers, and technical leaders to surface breakthrough work, turning complex innovations into stories that elevate Canva's profile across media, industry, and developer communities.

You'll lead internal communications for the engineering organisation, helping bring Canva's engineering story to life internally, partnering with leaders on key communications that keep teams informed, connected, and inspired as we continue to scale.

About The Team

The companies that define categories are the ones that clearly show the world what the future could look like, and bring others along with them. Our Global Communications function exists to shape how we're understood globally, across customers, employees, investors, regulators, and the media. Our team partners across the business to translate what we're building into clear, compelling narratives that build momentum, strengthen our reputation, and accelerate our growth.

Other Stuff To Know

We make hiring decisions based on your experience, skills and passion, as well as how you can enhance Canva and our culture. When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.

Please note that interviews are conducted virtually.

At Canva we value fairness, and we strive to provide competitive, market-informed compensation whilst ensuring internal equity within the team in each region.

The target salary range for this position is $138,000 to $214,000 USD.