I quite often get asked what exactly a Canvassador is, so I thought I’d share a little about what it is and what we do. Back in 2023, Canva approached me to see if I’d be interested in becoming a Canvassador. I had no idea what it was, but I was all in! Since then I have successfully renewed my status every year - first in the Canva Champions Community and now in the Canva Design Community. Originally we were segmented by which Community we belonged to, however the program has since been changed so that we are aligned with our country or region. Even so, our global Discord group currently has just 1,462 members (including Canva’s Community Leads). So, what is a Canvassador? In Canva’s own words “…Canvassadors are passionate Canva advocates who embody its mission and values by organising events, moderating communities, and creating engaging content to amplify the Canva experience in their unique spaces…”. It’s a role I’m very proud to hold, and I’ve met a lot of talented and inspiring Canva-lovers all over the world because of it. One of the things I really love about Canva is that they are not only passionate about design, but they also have very strong principles as well. Despite their phenomenal growth, they maintain their headquarters in the building they started in and are active in the local community. Their offices feature a rooftop entertainment and eating area, as well as their carefully-tended beehives. What underpins the Magic that Canva creates, you may ask? Well, everything they do is underpinned by their 6 Core Values: 1. Be a good person. 2. Empower others. 3. Be a force for good. 4. Set crazy big goals and make them happen. 5. Pursue excellence. 6. Make complex things simple. Those values embody how we Canvassadors work as well, so they will apply equally to our Canva Made Easy Skool. I hope you’re as excited as I am to see our community grown and learn. Here are some photos from various Canva events I’ve been to in Sydney: Canva Create, Canva Community Labs and Community Meetups.

Let's get the most important thing out of the way first - who are you? Drop a comment below and tell us: Your name and where you're based What your business is (or what you're working toward) Your honest Canva experience right now — total beginner, a little lost, or somewhere in between One thing you're hoping to get out of being here There are no wrong answers. There's no impressive version you need to perform. Just say hello exactly as you are. I read every single introduction - and I reply to every one too. Can't wait to meet you. - Katrina

From a small start-up to the juggernaut that it is now, Canva has come a long way. It has SO many features and apps, and it’s amazing to see Canva grow and grow on the world stage. Fun fact: Although I’m a Canvassador and love trying out new features, I don’t necessarily use every advanced feature and tool Canva has. I have my favourites (like Background Remover) that I use frequently. But you don’t need to have a degree in graphic design to produce something that works perfectly to communicate what you need to say or show. That’s one of the reasons that I decided to start this Skool. Because the very idea of DESIGNING something can be overwhelming for people, and so they don’t get past opening the program. So, I’d love to hear where you are in your Canva journey. How do you use it (or want to use it)? What areas do you need help with? Is there something you’ve always wanted to know, but were too shy to ask? PS Please don’t be shy here. We’re all friends, and this is a safe and kind space.

Can I just say something before we get started? You belong here. Not "you'll belong here once you figure Canva out." Not "you'll belong here when you feel more confident." Right now. Exactly as you are. Whether you've never opened Canva in your life, or you've been poking around in it for months feeling quietly confused - this is your place. I built Canva Made Easy because I kept meeting people like you. Smart, capable, resourceful people who just wanted someone to show them the simple things. Without the overwhelm. Without the jargon. Without feeling like everyone else got a manual they never received. So here's how this works. There are no silly questions here. Ever. If you're thinking it, someone else is too - and you'll be doing them a favour by asking it out loud. We celebrate small wins. Finished your first design? Post it. Changed your font and loved it? Tell us. These things matter. We are kind to each other. Always. This is a safe space and we protect that. While my heart is especially with women navigating their second act, this community welcomes anyone who shows up with kindness and a genuine desire to learn To get started: - Head to the "Introduce Yourself" thread and tell us who you are, what your business is, and one thing you're hoping to get out of being here. I read every single one. And I reply. Welcome to the community, friend. You and me - we've got this! Katrina, Blue Wren Design Studio