Communications Lead

Unto Labs; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Unto Labs is seeking its first Communications Manager to craft and amplify their narrative in the dynamic field of blockchain technology. This role involves managing press outreach, simplifying complex technical topics for diverse audiences, and collaborating closely with teams to position Unto Labs as a leader in high-performance blockchain solutions.

Benefits

Significant equity stake

Unlimited vacation policy

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development budget

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in corporate communications, PR, or tech journalism.
• Proven track record in writing clear, audience-focused content.
• Strong network of media contacts in tech/blockchain.

Responsibilities

• Draft and distribute press releases, blog posts, and announcements.
• Plan communications for events like conferences and webinars.
• Track media coverage and refine strategy based on performance metrics.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication

Written communication skills

Media relations

Adaptability

Self-starter

Job description

About Unto Labs

Unto Labs is a team of low-level engineers pushing distributed systems to the physical limits of modern hardware. We’re building the next generation of blockchain technology, from core consensus primitives to performance-tuned networking stacks, on commodity servers.

About The Role

We’re looking for our first Communications Manager to craft and amplify Unto Labs’ story. You’ll translate highly technical work into clear, compelling narratives, manage press outreach, and help position us as leaders in the high-performance blockchain space. This is a hands-on role at a fast-moving startup: you’ll own our external voice and collaborate closely with engineers, product leads, and leadership to ensure every announcement resonates.

Responsibilities

Press & Media

• Draft, edit, and distribute press releases, blog posts, and executive announcements.
• Build and maintain relationships with tech and blockchain reporters, podcasters, and industry analysts.
  
  

Content & Collateral

• Produce FAQs, case studies, and infographics that simplify complex topics (e.g., cryptographic protocols, consensus mechanisms).
• Coordinate with design to ensure brand consistency across all materials.
  
  

Strategic Storytelling

• Partner with engineering and product teams from project kick-off to launch to capture key technical insights.
• Develop messaging frameworks that highlight Unto Labs’ unique performance advantages and use-case impact.
  
  

Events & Community

• Plan and execute communications for conferences, meetups, and webinars.
• Prepare speaking materials and coach technical presenters.
  
  

Metrics & Optimization

• Track media coverage, engagement metrics, and share of voice; use data to refine strategy.
• Report regularly on PR performance and recommend improvements.
  
  

Qualifications

Must-Haves

• 3–5 years of experience in corporate communications, PR, or tech journalism
• Proven track record writing clear, audience-focused press releases and technical content
• Strong network of media contacts in tech and/or blockchain
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to adapt tone for varied audiences
• Self-starter who thrives in ambiguity, takes ownership of projects end-to-end, and moves fast
• Willingness to be based in or near San Francisco (hybrid flexibility)
  
  

Nice-to-Haves

• Familiarity with blockchain concepts (consensus algorithms, cryptography, distributed systems)
• Experience in developer-focused or deep-tech startups
• Basic understanding of performance optimization or systems engineering
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Pioneering Technology: Shape the narrative around a Layer 1 blockchain built for millions of TPS
• Expert Team: Work alongside veterans from high-frequency trading and blockchain R&D
• High Impact: As an early hire, your communications work will directly influence our brand, investor perception, and developer community
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Significant equity stake with strong upside potential
• Flexible work environment with unlimited vacation policy
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Conference attendance and professional development budget