# Director of Public Relations & Communications at Uphold

- Company: Uphold
- What the company does: Backed by Hard Yaka.
- Company website: https://uphold.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: New York, New York
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-09-29
- Apply by: 2026-11-13
- Apply: https://uphold.bamboohr.com/careers/880?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/uphold-director-of-public-relations-and-communications/

## About the role

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## What they're looking for

- Own the PR function end-to-end - strategy, execution, and measurement — across corporate, enterprise, retail and regulatory
- Build and execute a proactive media strategy that positions Uphold and its leadership as authoritative voices in crypto, fintech, and financial services
- Write and ship press releases, media statements, byline articles, executive talking points, and messaging frameworks - this is a role that writes, not just directs writing
- Manage rapid-response and crisis communications , particularly around regulatory developments, market volatility, and industry news cycles that move fast in crypto
- Leverage and grow existing relationships with crypto, fintech, and financial media (reporters, editors, producers) to secure earned coverage
- Prep and accompany executives for interviews, panels, and press engagements — including sitting at the table with the CEO on strategic comms decisions

Tags: Marketing

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