Are you looking to join the leading accelerator that has launched over 300 crypto startups now valued at over $10B? Are you crypto-native and relentlessly high-agency, and want to own the brand that defines the next generation of web3 founders?
Glass Octopus are partnering with Alliance to find their next Marketing Lead . If you are ready to ensure every ambitious founder in the world knows Alliance existsand applies , this is your opportunity.
The Opportunity
Alliance is looking for a Marketing Lead to own their brand and marketing strategy from the ground up.
Reporting to Roberto (Co-founder & CPO) , you will be the engine driving founder applications and the voice of the brand. You won't just be managing campaigns; you'll be executing as a hands-on individual contributor, shaping the voice of the leading accelerator in crypto for both crypto-native and Gen Z audiences.
About Alliance
Alliance is the leading accelerator for crypto founders. Since 2020, theyve backed 300+ startups (including Pump, Synthetix, and Pendle), now collectively valued at $10B+. They empower the world's most ambitious founders (in crypto and AI) to build the next wave of generation-defining companies.
The Role (What you'll do)
- Own and execute Alliances end-to-end marketing strategy with a primary focus on driving high-quality founder applications.
- Lead all content creation across X (Twitter), LinkedIn, the Good Game podcast (and clipping), video production, blog posts, and DAO comms.
- Run high-impact live events, such as Alliances Demo Days and MVP Hackathons.
- Shape the Alliance voice to speak authentically to both crypto-native founders and Gen Z audiences.
- Launch creative, data-driven campaigns that put Alliance at the center of founder culture in NYC and globally.
- Manage external contractors (video, photo, editing) as needed to scale execution.
- Track, analyze, and optimize all campaign performance.
Who You Are (What you'll bring)
We are looking for someone crypto-native and entrepreneurial , with a knack for speaking authentically to founders . You should be an extremely high-agency, hands-on executor. This is not an entry-level role.
A proven marketing track record at a leading crypto protocol (e.g., Solana, Hyperliquid), tier-1 VC firm (e.g., Paradigm, Sequoia), or top-tier tech company (e.g., Meta, Stripe, OpenAI).Genuinely crypto-native : you understand the culture, memes, and market cycles.Exceptional at X (Twitter), but possess the strategic mind to grow awareness beyond the crypto bubble.A "hands-on IC" (Individual Contributor) orientation. You wont be building a team you are the team. Alliance is 13 people, and everyone executes.An extremely high-agency, entrepreneurial, and self-driven mindset. You do not need someone to set your priorities."Experience using modern AI tools to move faster" is a plus."A network of NYC-based creatives (video, photography, etc.)" is also a plus.Bonus Points : You show clear signals of exceptional ability (e.g., competitive gaming / esports, Math / Physics Olympiad medalist, top-tier academic background, pro athlete, or a founder / early team member of a VC-backed startup).Why Join? (What's in it for you?)
This isn't just another job; it's a chance to take on a career-defining level of commitment and accelerate your path in crypto and AI. This role demands focus, hunger, and a builder's mindset.
Make a Real Impact : Your work directly shapes how the next generation of founders discovers Alliance. Youll have a front-row seat as they change the world.Join an Expert Team : This is a small (13 people), high-trust, high-performance team. You'll work alongside ex-Meta, WhatsApp, Coinbase, and YC alumni.Grow With the Company : This role provides direct ownership and visibility, setting you up with the experience and network for any high-impact path in crypto or AI.The Full Package :Competitive Salary : $180,000 - $240,000
Meaningful Equity : 0.1% - 0.4%Backed by the Best : Alliance is supported by S-tier investors including Initialized Capital, Founders Fund, Multicoin, and angels like Balaji Srinivasan (ex-Coinbase CTO) and Kevin Weil (CPO at OpenAI).Non-Negotiable Location : This is an in-office role in SoHo, NYC, working directly with the founders. (A hybrid 3 / 2 split is only considered for an exceptional fit).