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Posted December 20, 2020
Akash Network

Head Of Communications & Content

Akash Network
San Francisco, CA, USA Remote ⚠ [Archived] No Longer Accepting Applicants

The Opportunity

Want to build the future of the Internet? Founded by renowned open-source developers Adam Bozanich and Greg Osuri, Akash Network is developing the world’s first and only decentralized cloud computing marketplace, enabling any data center and anyone with a computer to become a cloud provider by offering their unused compute cycles in a safe and frictionless marketplace.

As more people's work and play move to the cloud, we’re materializing the vision of the first decentralized cloud in an industry projected to reach $370 billion by 2022. Join the team enabling the builders of the future with greater access and freedom to expand the human experience. Our team includes renowned open source and blockchain developers, and seasoned experts from leading technology and platform companies.

We’re a distributed and growing team, and you’ll find more ownership, flexibility, and freedom at Akash, than at other companies. We offer competitive salary, remote work, unlimited vacation, and unparalleled growth opportunities at the intersection of blockchain, cloud, and Web 3.0.

The Role

As Akash Network’s first Head of Content & Communications reporting to our CMO, you will plan, implement, and optimize online and offline content and communications programs that help tell the Akash story and vision globally. You will drive brand and product awareness, and engage with journalists, influencers, and customers with compelling content. You will be a passionate brand storyteller and evangelist. You will direct resources, timelines, and budgets to meet ambitious growth goals.

  • Work with CMO and execs to articulate key messaging for audiences
  • Lead Content & Communications planning, execution, and metrics reporting, inclusive of content creation and curation, PR, influencer marketing, social media coordination, and partnership co-marketing
  • Develop proactive short and long-form content, communications, and PR strategies and initiatives, and coordinate execution with internal team and external partners
  • Manage and drive the Content and Communications calendar for internal (blog, website, community), and external channels and submissions, including white papers, reports, articles, scripts, byline/contributed content, speaking opportunities, and awards
  • Brainstorm and develop pitch, article, and editorial ideas in partnership with internal thought leaders and media contacts
  • Write compelling press releases, media pitches, white papers, blog entries, and contributed articles
  • Pitch press briefings and create all materials needed for media tours, including briefing sheets, summaries, and presentations
  • Build and expand relationships with blockchain, cloud, IT/developer, technology, business, and consumer media and online influencer contacts
  • Plan and produce thought leadership, press, and partner engagement events
  • Partner with Community Managers to align content, PR, and social media efforts
  • Track and report content and communications program results and metrics

Requirements:

  • Exceptional storytelling, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • 8+ years in technology content and communications; blockchain, cloud, machine learning/AI, or developer experience preferred
  • Strong track record of delivering excellent media results.
  • Inquisitive journalistic mindset, with awareness of current market trends.
  • Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Literature, Communications or related field
  • Knowledge of search optimization and content marketing best practices a big plus
  • Exceptional project and timeline management; strong attention to detail
  • Growth mindset and problem solver
  • Great design and data sensibilities
  • Deep empathy and collaborative
  • Passionate and ambitious
  • Organized