Using Canva Templates For Images

Created by: Synergy Marketing

Created: December 4, 2025

Purpose

This SOP outlines the steps to size and prepare images for various sections of the website using Canva, ensuring they meet the required dimensions and are optimized for SEO.

SOP’s for Adding & Managing Content

CANVA TEMPLATES →

Canva Featured Image and Gallery Image Template - 1920x1080

Canva Template for Headshots - 300x400

Canva Template Link for Past Donor Digest Featured Images - 1920x1080

Canva Template Link for Sponsor Logos - 800x800

Video Demo

Key Steps for Sizing Images with Canva For Framer CMS

1. Standard Image Size 0:10

  • Most images should be sized to 1920 by 1080 pixels.

    • All except headshots which should be 300x400px and Sponsor Logos which should be 800x800px (see Canva canvas template links below)

  • Use the provided ⬇️ Canva Templates ⬇️ at the end of this document for ease of use.

2. Uploading Images to Canva 0:41

  • Upload your images to Canva.

  • Click on the image to add it to the canvas.

3. Resizing and Adjusting Images 0:53

  • Resize the image as needed by double-clicking and adjusting its position.

  • Ensure the focus of the image is correct before downloading.

4. Downloading Images 1:01

  • Download the image as a PNG file.

  • The file will be saved with the title you assign in Canva.

5. Batch Processing Images 1:30

  • For multiple images, you can create them in one design.

  • Download them as a zip file, which will be labeled with the original design name.

6. SEO Considerations 1:48

  • Use descriptive titles for images to enhance SEO.

  • Include the show title and a number for better search visibility.

7. Creating Featured Images 2:08

  • If no image is available, search for appropriate images in Canva.

  • Add seasonal logos and text overlays as needed.

8. Adding Text Overlays 3:20

  • Use shapes to create overlays for text readability.

  • Adjust transparency to ensure text stands out against the background.

9. Headshot Image Size 5:08

  • Headshots should be sized to 300 by 400 pixels. Use this headshot Canva template.

  • Upload headshot images and adjust as necessary.

10. Naming Headshot Files 5:28

  • Title the overall design with the show name (e.g., SpongeBob cast headshots).

  • Name each headshot file with the individual's name.

11. Final Download for Headshots 5:54

  • Download headshots as PNG files.

  • Multiple headshots will also be downloaded as a zip file.

⚠️ Cautionary Notes

  • Ensure images are not cropped improperly, especially for headshots.

  • Always check the final image for clarity and focus before downloading.

💡Tips for Efficiency

  • Familiarize yourself with Canva's features to speed up the design process.

  • Use consistent naming conventions for easier file management and SEO benefits.

Recommended Resources & Tools:

CANVA TEMPLATES →

Canva Featured Image and Gallery Image Template - 1920x1080

Canva Template for Headshots - 300x400

Canva Template Link for Past Donor Digest Featured Images - 1920x1080

Canva Template Link for Sponsor Logos - 800x800

ADOBE ACROBAT →

Using Adobe Acrobat to save out pdf files for press releases and Playbills will be useful in order to save out compressed versions of the file so that the file size isn’t too large for uploading to the CMS or downloading for website visitors.

Share links for the pdf files can also be created from Adobe Acrobat which allow for you to hyperlink to a pdf without needing to add a new button in places where one isn’t present in the CMS or on the page.