Vimeo has faced significant staff reductions, affecting nearly all employees, including its entire video team. This announcement comes just months after the company was acquired by the private equity firm Bending Spoons for $1.38 billion in late 2025. Former vice president of Global Brand & Creative, Dave Brown, confirmed his layoff and expressed concern over the drastic changes following the acquisition.
The layoffs, reported on January 20, 2026, have raised questions regarding the motives behind such extensive job cuts. Bending Spoons is recognized for its aggressive cost-cutting strategies, having previously implemented similar measures at other tech companies like Evernote and WeTransfer. A spokesperson for Bending Spoons acknowledged the layoffs but refrained from disclosing specific numbers, citing privacy concerns.
Despite the turmoil, the firm asserts its commitment to the growth of Vimeo and its user base. However, the future of the platform remains uncertain with a drastically reduced workforce and the absence of a dedicated video team. Observers note the challenges that lie ahead for Vimeo, a platform founded prior to YouTube that has traditionally positioned itself as a premium service for video hosting.