Design Surfaces Podcast Design @ Canva

Join Andrew Green on this episode of Design Surfaces as he welcomes Alex Skougarevskaya (aka Skougs), Canva’s Supergroup Design Lead for Ecosystem. Alex shares her journey from a determined young artist to a pivotal leader at Canva, discussing the blend of art and technology in her work, and her role in managing the complex ecosystem of Canva's apps marketplace. They explore Alex's unique approach to integrating diverse user needs into seamless design solutions, her early influences, and her strategies for fostering creativity and innovation within teams. Tune into this deep dive into the transformative power of design and leadership in tech.



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Join Andrew Green as he sits down with Ash Sterzenbach, Canva's Supergroup Design Lead for Teams and Education, on this episode of Design Surfaces. Ash discusses the expansive role and challenges of designing for diverse user segments from kindergarten through to the workplace. They delve into creating intuitive and user-centred designs that cater to educational and professional environments, highlighting the importance of maintaining simplicity in complex systems. Tune into this engaging conversation that explores the intersection of design, technology, and user experience, illustrating the depth of thought behind Canva’s products.



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Join Andrew Green as he welcomes Maria Izvestkina to this episode of Design Surfaces. Maria, the design lead in Canva's curation team, delves into the dynamic intersection of content and product, sharing how Canva's templates and design tools are influenced by cultural trends and user needs. They discuss the critical role of AI in reshaping design processes and outcomes, exploring its integration into creative workflows and its impact on contemporary design aesthetics. Tune into this enlightening conversation that sheds light on the evolving landscape of design and the nuanced art of curating compelling visual narratives.



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In this episode Sally Woellner, Design Lead at Canva, takes over from our usual host, Andrew Green, to sit down with him to understand his design philosophies and principles as a design leader, and his secret sauce for building the best design teams. Andrew shares his biggest reflections, who inspires him, and how his role at Canva has developed to grow design leaders. We discover his hottest takes on the design craft and his thinking about design across all of Canva.

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Join Andrew Green on this episode of Design Surfaces as he chats with Molly Martin, fresh from her keynote appearance at Canva Create in LA. Molly shares her unorthodox journey into the world of design, from unexpected beginnings at a community desk at WeWork to becoming an influential figure at Expedia Group. They explore the power of design in shaping experiences, the challenges of imposter syndrome, and the role of 'optimistic grit' in overcoming professional hurdles. Dive into this engaging discussion that transcends the boundaries of traditional design roles and emphasises the profound impact of personal motivation and the courage to ask "why."



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In this Pride Month special edition of the Design Surfaces Podcast CJ, Generative AI Supergroup Design Lead sits down with Collaboration Product Designer Jodie Clothier. They delved into the power of design and the role it plays in activism, the importance of diverse representation of the queer community as well as Canva’s commitment to inclusivity.



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