Defi Jobs in North America

Our Client is seeking a Comms Director to support in the development and execution of strategic communications and media relations strategies. The person in this role will work closely with various marketers, from content to social and community, and be a part of the marketing team, working directly with the Head of Marketing. The ideal candidate has strong writing and communications skills with experience in communications or PR roles. We are specifically speaking to candidates with a strong background in crypto with additional experience in financial services, fintech, consumer finance or technology, fashion, gaming or entertainment that can be applied to the world of decentralized finance (DeFi), NFTs, and Web3. Candidates must have a strong interest in these topics and must be eager to immerse themselves in this new and exciting technological ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Lead communications campaigns, including strategy, goals, tactics, research, and execution across all public relations activities.
• Develop media targets for campaigns, seeking industry and high-level targets across online, podcast, influencers and video.
• Manage all relevant internal and external stakeholders throughout the execution process
• Leverage existing media relationships and cultivate new contacts within business and industry media
• Secure event and speaking opportunities for our founders
• Maintain a keen understanding of industry trends affecting clients and make appropriate recommendations regarding communication strategy surrounding them
• Take the lead on crisis communications when necessary
• Be highly responsive to teammates facilitating smooth teamwork and Delivery

Requirements

• At least five years working in PR/ comms roles at an agency or in-house with crypto, tech, consumer finance, financial services, VC, entertainment, gaming or fashion brands.
• At least 3 years experience working in public relations for crypto companies
• Understanding of prominent blockchain protocols and ZK is a plus
• Past experience working with fintech, finance or big brands
• Desire to work in the Web3 space
• Proven track record leading and executing successful public relations campaigns
• Strong media and influencer relationships
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Excels in a dynamic work environment and able to shift focus and balance multiple client profiles at one time