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Who are we?

IOG, is a technology company focused on Blockchain research and development. We are renowned for our scientific approach to blockchain development, emphasizing peer-reviewed research and formal methods to ensure security, scalability, and sustainability. Our projects include decentralized finance (DeFi), governance, and identity management, aiming to advance the capabilities and adoption of blockchain technology globally.

We invest in the unknown, applying our curiosity and desire for positive change to everything we do. By fueling creativity, innovation, and progress within our teams, our products and services are designed for people to be fearless, to be changemakers.

What the role involves:

As the Senior External Communications Strategist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping, executing, and evolving Input Output Group’s global communications strategy. This individual is a strategic storyteller and operator - responsible for building narratives that elevate the company’s brand reputation, enhance executive visibility, and drive engagement across owned channels.

As a senior member of the communications team reporting to the External Communications Manager, this person will serve as a connective force between product and brand - translating complex technical topics into clear, compelling messaging that resonates with external audiences. They will manage external communications initiatives end-to-end, from strategy and planning to execution, writing and reporting, ensuring that every announcement, campaign, and thought leadership opportunity advances IOG’s broader brand and business objectives.

Strategic planning & execution 

• Develop and execute integrated external communications strategies aligned with IOG’s brand, product, venture, and research narratives
• Translate organizational priorities into proactive storytelling opportunities across events and owned platforms
• Lead the creation of high-quality content, including blog posts, thought leadership articles, social media copy, paid content, videos, web copy, and beyond in support of broader communications strategies 
• Craft compelling, on-brand copy for a variety of platforms, including press releases, media statements, the company’s newsroom, blog posts, etc. 
• Support the creation and execution of global campaigns that enhance IO’s thought leadership and reputation
• In close collaboration with the Social Media team, develop clear, engaging content for social media channels, tailoring messaging for platform-specific audiences 
• Identify key audiences we should be speaking to and define messaging for each audience 
• In partnership with External Communications Manager, develop a content and email marketing strategy to drive traffic to IOG’s website, increase newsletter sign-ups, and maintain engagement with existing audiences, while expanding into new audiences

Executive visibility & thought leadership 

• Collaborate with External Communications Manager to craft specific content for executives, elevating their personal brand in support of positioning IOG as a strategic thought leader in emergent technologies 
• Partner with External Communications Manager and PR agencies to craft executive messaging, event remarks, and media commentary aligned to strategic goals 
• Help illustrate key representatives as thought leaders through speaking engagements, podcasts, webinars, and other high-visibility opportunities while identifying new opportunities for leaders to participate in
• Collaborate with the social team to ensure executive content supports and amplifies corporate storytelling 
• In close collaboration with the External Communications Manager and PR agencies, support incident management, including holding statements, Q&As, etc.

Analytics & reporting 

• Set and track metrics to assess effectiveness of IOG’s communications 
• Monitor and analyze web and email metrics to enhance traffic and participation in virtual platforms 
• Regularly report on results and make data-driven recommendations for improvement

Operational excellence 

• Work with External Communications Manager to identify opportunities for growth across the team 
• Operate independently to maintain continuity in the manager’s absence (within pre-set guardrails)
• Support in the planning and execution of key events by partnering with internal stakeholders to develop compelling communications materials (talking points, event content, presentations, press releases, briefing documents, etc.) to help maximize brand awareness
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and dependencies are clearly tracked and met 
• Anticipate issues or bottlenecks and propose proactive solutions to keep programs on track
• Maintain strong editorial standards and attention to detail across all communications outputs

Requirements

Who you are:

• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in communications, with at least 4 years of prior experience in the Web3 industry
• Expertise in brand positioning, narrative development, and strategic communications planning 
• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft compelling stories and thought leadership content 
• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or related fields
• Familiarity working in a distributed team experience, while collaborating across verticals to produce exceptional results
• Understanding of social media platforms (Facebook, X, YouTube, LinkedIn, etc.) and how each platform can be leveraged to deliver against company goals
• Demonstrated success in planning and implementing communication strategies
• Possess an entrepreneurial attitude and a genuine passion for the Web3 space
• An understanding of communication trends in the technology or venture capital sector
• Adaptable and open - unafraid to take on new challenges
• Curiosity & learning mindset
• Drive, self-reliance
• Delivery focused - turn abstract concepts into measurable results
• Persuasive - skilled in lobbying and driving consensus
• A team player, skilled in collaborating with internal stakeholders to achieve shared goals 
• Pragmatic with a can-do mentality and a growth mindset; adept at finding creative solutions to thorny community challenges
• Well-organized and effective time manager, methodical in approach

Benefits

• Remote work
• Laptop reimbursement
• New starter package to buy hardware essentials (headphones, monitor, etc)
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Competitive PTO and Sick Leave plan

At IOG, we value diversity and always treat all employees and job applicants based on merit, qualifications, competence, and talent. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

• Develop and execute comprehensive media relations strategies to support organisational goals.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, proactive relationships with key media contacts across national, regional, and trade publications.
• Proactively pitch stories, press releases, and media opportunities to relevant journalists and outlets.
• Write and edit high-quality press releases, media kits, talking points, and other PR materials.
• Manage media inquiries, coordinating interviews and providing timely responses.
• Monitor media coverage, analyse results, and provide regular reports on media performance and sentiment.
• Develop and implement crisis communication plans, acting as a key point of contact during sensitive situations.
• Identify opportunities for thought leadership and executive profiling within the media.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging and alignment on PR initiatives.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging media opportunities.
• Manage PR agency relationships and projects when external support is required.
• Organise press conferences, media briefings, and other PR events as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in public relations, with a significant emphasis on media relations.
• Demonstrated success in securing positive media coverage in reputable outlets.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting compelling narratives.
• Extensive network of media contacts is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic PR campaigns.
• Experience in crisis communications and media management.
• Strong understanding of the media landscape, including digital and traditional channels.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently, proactively, and effectively in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in media monitoring and PR analytics tools is a plus.

• Develop and implement comprehensive media relations strategies to support organizational objectives and brand positioning.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts across national, international, trade, and local press.
• Proactively identify media opportunities and pitch compelling stories to generate positive coverage.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other communication materials.
• Serve as a primary media spokesperson or train and prepare other spokespeople.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze sentiment, and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Develop and execute crisis communication plans, acting as a key point of contact during sensitive situations.
• Oversee the management of the organization's online newsroom and press resources.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging and communication alignment.
• Stay abreast of current media trends, industry developments, and potential reputational risks.

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in media relations, public relations, or corporate communications, preferably within a large organization or agency.
• Proven track record of securing high-profile media coverage and managing successful media campaigns.
• Excellent media pitching skills and a strong understanding of the media landscape.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with outstanding writing and editing abilities.
• Demonstrated experience in crisis communications and reputation management.
• Strong media monitoring and analysis skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with journalists and media professionals.
• Strategic thinking, excellent judgment, and strong decision-making capabilities.
• Experience working in a hybrid environment, balancing office-based and remote responsibilities.

• Develop and implement comprehensive media relations strategies to enhance the company's public image and brand visibility.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key journalists, bloggers, and influencers across national, regional, and trade media.
• Proactively identify opportunities for positive media coverage through press releases, media pitches, and feature story development.
• Respond to media inquiries promptly and effectively, acting as a key spokesperson or coordinating with designated spokespeople.
• Develop and manage crisis communication plans, ensuring swift and appropriate responses to sensitive issues.
• Oversee media monitoring and analysis, providing regular reports on coverage, sentiment, and impact on brand reputation.
• Collaborate with the wider communications and marketing teams to ensure alignment of PR activities with broader corporate objectives.
• Organise press conferences, media briefings, and other media engagement events.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging media platforms to identify new opportunities.
• Manage the PR budget efficiently and effectively.

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in public relations, with a significant focus on media relations.
• Demonstrated success in securing positive media coverage in top-tier publications.
• Excellent understanding of media relations best practices and current media trends.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting compelling press materials.
• Proven ability to handle crisis communications and manage reputational risks.
• Strong media contacts and established relationships within relevant sectors.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strategic thinker with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency in media monitoring and analysis tools is desirable.

• Develop and implement strategic media relations plans to enhance brand visibility and reputation.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key media contacts across national, regional, and trade publications.
• Craft compelling press releases, media advisories, and other PR materials.
• Proactively pitch stories and secure positive media coverage for the organisation's initiatives, achievements, and expert insights.
• Monitor media coverage and analyze trends, reporting on key metrics and insights.
• Manage media inquiries and respond to requests from journalists in a timely and professional manner.
• Develop and execute crisis communication plans, acting as a key spokesperson when necessary.
• Organise press conferences, media events, and interviews.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, communications, and leadership, to ensure consistent messaging.
• Advise senior management on media relations best practices and potential reputational risks.
• Maintain an up-to-date database of media contacts and influencers.
• Identify opportunities for thought leadership and executive profiling.

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or journalism, with a focus on corporate or organisational communications.
• Proven track record of successfully securing media coverage in reputable outlets.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting persuasive narratives.
• Strong understanding of media relations best practices and current media trends.
• Excellent networking and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in crisis communications and media training is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in media monitoring and analysis tools.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a hybrid work environment.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive and results-oriented approach.

• Develop and implement strategic media relations plans to secure positive media coverage.
• Write and distribute compelling press releases, media advisories, and other PR materials.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts, journalists, and influencers.
• Pitch story ideas and proactively engage with media outlets to secure coverage.
• Monitor media coverage and industry news, reporting on relevant trends and opportunities.
• Develop and execute crisis communication plans, responding effectively to media inquiries during sensitive situations.
• Prepare spokespeople for media interviews and provide coaching.
• Assist in the creation of media kits, fact sheets, and backgrounders.
• Track and measure the impact of PR activities and report on key performance indicators.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging and brand alignment.

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in media relations or a public relations role.
• Demonstrated success in securing positive media coverage across various platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting persuasive narratives.
• Strong understanding of media relations best practices and the current media landscape.
• Proficiency with media monitoring and database tools (e.g., Cision, Meltwater).
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines in a remote setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in crisis communications is a significant advantage.
• Familiarity with social media and digital PR strategies.

• Develop and implement strategic media relations plans to support organisational goals.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, and media influencers.
• Proactively identify and pitch compelling stories to target media outlets.
• Write and edit high-quality press releases, media advisories, and background materials.
• Secure positive media coverage across print, broadcast, and online channels.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for media inquiries and manage media requests efficiently.
• Prepare spokespeople for media interviews and provide media training as needed.
• Monitor media coverage, track key metrics, and provide regular reports and analysis.
• Develop and implement crisis communication strategies and manage reactive media issues.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging.
• Stay informed about current events and industry trends relevant to the organisation.

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in media relations, preferably within the academic, research, or a related sector.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing media strategies and securing high-profile coverage.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with strong storytelling and pitching abilities.
• Extensive network of contacts within national and international media.
• Proven experience in crisis communications and media management.
• Strong understanding of media monitoring tools and analytics.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strategic thinker with strong advisory capabilities for senior leadership.

• Develop and execute strategic media relations plans to achieve company objectives and increase brand visibility.
• Proactively identify and cultivate relationships with key journalists, editors, bloggers, and influencers across relevant media outlets.
• Write and distribute compelling press releases, media alerts, and pitches to secure positive media coverage.
• Monitor media coverage, track campaign effectiveness, and prepare comprehensive reports on media placement and sentiment.
• Serve as a media spokesperson as needed, responding to media inquiries and coordinating interviews.
• Develop key messaging and talking points for spokespersons.
• Identify and capitalize on earned media opportunities.
• Support crisis communication efforts by providing timely and accurate information to the media.
• Collaborate with internal marketing, social media, and content teams to ensure integrated communication strategies.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and the broader media landscape.
• Assist in the development of media kits and press materials.
• Provide guidance and support to junior PR team members.

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in public relations, with a strong emphasis on media relations and outreach.
• Proven track record of securing significant media coverage in national, regional, and trade publications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting persuasive and engaging content.
• Strong understanding of the media landscape and journalistic practices.
• Exceptional networking and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with media contacts.
• Proficiency in media monitoring tools and PR databases (e.g., Cision, Meltwater).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and work effectively under pressure.
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment is beneficial.
• A keen understanding of brand storytelling and reputation management.