Director of Public Relations – Communications

Uphold Inc.

. Own the PR function end-to-end across corporate, enterprise, retail, and regulatory communications .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesLead💰 $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in public relations and communications within the fintech and crypto sectors, with a strong ability to craft compelling messaging and manage crisis communications effectively. Proven track record of building media relationships and executing strategic communication initiatives that position leadership as authoritative voices in the industry.

Highest-signal resume keywords

7+ Years In PR/CommunicationsEstablished Media RelationshipsSharp Writing SkillsRegulatory FluencyCrisis Communications Management

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Hard Skills

Press Release WritingMedia Statement DevelopmentMessaging Framework CreationExecutive Talking Points PreparationCrisis CommunicationsProactive Media Strategy ExecutionRapid-Response CommunicationStrategic Communications Decision-MakingMonitoring Media LandscapesManaging Multiple Initiatives

Soft Skills

Ability To Communicate Under PressureCalm Under FireBias Toward ActionJuggling Fast-Moving Workstreams

Industry Keywords

FintechCryptoFinancial ServicesRegulatory EnvironmentMedia RelationsCrisis ManagementCorporate CommunicationsEnterprise CommunicationsRetail CommunicationsRegulatory Communications

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the PR function end-to-end across corporate, enterprise, retail, and regulatory communications
Build and execute proactive media strategies positioning 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
Manage rapid-response and crisis communications around regulatory developments, market volatility, and industry news cycles
Leverage and grow relationships with crypto, fintech, and financial media to secure earned coverage
Prepare and accompany executives for interviews, panels, and press engagements
Participate in strategic communications decisions with the CEO
Coordinate with Marketing, Legal, Compliance, and Product to ensure accurate, timely, aligned messaging
Manage multiple concurrent initiatives
Monitor media and regulatory landscapes in real time and advise leadership on positioning and risk

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years in PR/communications, with meaningful time in fintech, crypto, or financial services
Established media relationships across crypto-native, fintech, and mainstream financial press
Sharp writing skills; ability to produce a press release, executive statement, or messaging document without heavy editing
Bias toward action and ability to juggle multiple fast-moving workstreams
Regulatory fluency in the crypto/fintech regulatory environment
Ability to communicate accurately and confidently under pressure
Calm under fire during volatile crypto news cycles

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance bonuses
Comprehensive benefits
Regular updates, strategy sessions, and networking opportunities across the group
Training and mentorship programs
Options to work from home, other locations, or adjust your hours
Annual bonus program based on individual, team and company performance
Generous PTO
Healthcare
Employee assistance programs
Engaging events and celebrations
Well-stocked office kitchen with a foodie culture