Blockstream

Public Relations Manager

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Bitcoin, Fintech, Biotechnology, BlockchainIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in public relations or communications, a proven track record of managing external PR agencies and executing global PR campaigns, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. A strong network of media contacts in technology, finance, or cryptocurrency sectors is a plus, and candidates should be self-motivated, detail-oriented, able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, and passionate about Bitcoin and blockchain technology.

Responsibilities

The Public Relations Manager will develop and execute Blockstream’s PR strategy in partnership with leadership, identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with global PR agencies, and serve as the primary liaison between Blockstream and PR agencies. Responsibilities include overseeing the creation and distribution of press releases, media kits, and thought leadership content, securing media coverage by building relationships with journalists, publications, and influencers, monitoring media trends, tracking coverage, and preparing reports on PR campaign effectiveness, and working cross-functionally with product, engineering, and business teams to ensure accurate and compelling representation of Blockstream in public communications.

Skills

Public Relations
Communications Strategy
PR Agency Management
Media Relations
Press Release Writing
Content Creation
Journalist Outreach
Influencer Marketing
Media Monitoring
Campaign Reporting
Cross-functional Collaboration
Bitcoin
Fintech
Technology

Blockstream

Blockchain solutions for Bitcoin and digital assets

About Blockstream

Blockstream enhances the infrastructure of the cryptocurrency market, focusing on Bitcoin and digital assets. Their main products include the Liquid Network, which allows for faster and more private transactions; Blockstream Mining, offering mining services and investment opportunities; Core Lightning, which enables quicker and cheaper Bitcoin transactions; and secure wallets like Blockstream Green and Jade for storing Bitcoin and Liquid assets. They also provide global access to Bitcoin data through Blockstream Satellite, which broadcasts the Bitcoin blockchain via satellite. Blockstream serves a wide range of clients, from individual users to institutional investors, and generates revenue through transaction fees, mining services, hardware sales, and partnerships. Their goal is to improve the security, scalability, and functionality of Bitcoin and other digital assets, making them a versatile player in the digital asset ecosystem.

Montreal, CanadaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$604.1MTotal Funding
CONVERTIBLECompany Stage
Crypto & Web3, Financial ServicesIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Stock Options
401(k) Retirement Plan
Performance Bonus

Risks

Competition from Ledger and Trezor challenges Blockstream's Jade wallet market share.
New CIO Sean Bill may shift asset management strategies, affecting partnerships.
Convertible note financing increases financial risk if market conditions change.

Differentiation

Blockstream Satellite provides Bitcoin access without internet, enhancing global accessibility.
Liquid Network offers faster, confidential transactions, appealing to traders and exchanges.
Core Lightning facilitates cheaper Bitcoin transactions, improving scalability and efficiency.

Upsides

Rising demand for non-custodial wallets boosts Blockstream Green Wallet adoption.
Growing interest in satellite-based solutions aligns with Blockstream Satellite's capabilities.
Bitcoin's hash rate increase benefits Blockstream's mining operations and investment products.

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