Product Marketing Manager - Catalyst

Who are we?

IOHK 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.

About Catalyst:

IOG's Catalyst Tribe is a pioneering innovation platform for the Cardano blockchain ecosystem. It enables decentralized communities to propose, evaluate, and fund projects, fostering innovation through efficient grant allocation, verifiable decision-making, and voter privacy. With core products including Catalyst Voting application and upcoming advances for idea incubation and distributed decision-making, Catalyst solves critical challenges in ecosystem growth hacking and decentralized governance while exploring network effect-led monetization opportunities.

What the role involves:

As a Product Marketing Manager for Catalyst at IOHK, under the responsibility of the Head of Product, you will bring your expertise in high-tech international B2B and B2C marketing to the forefront. With experience in blockchain or disruptive/emerging technologies, you will collaborate closely with Product Management to understand and convey the unique value of Lace Wallet. Your role will involve developing and executing marketing and communication strategies that resonate with our community, ensuring that our messaging is clear, compelling, and aligned with the needs of both existing and future users. Success in this role requires strong collaboration across remote teams, including Product Management, Engineering, Business Development, Research, and Communications.

• Investor Pitch Deck - Design a compelling pitch deck for potential investors
• Go-to-Market Strategy - Develop a comprehensive plan for product launch, including target market, positioning, and channels
• Investor & Customer Relations - Set up and manage communication strategies for both investors and customers
• Customer Funnel - Define and optimize the steps customers go through from awareness to conversion
• Customer Journey Mapping - Analyze and document the customer experience at each touchpoint
• Event KPIs & Materials - Develop key metrics to evaluate event success and create marketing materials for these events
• Production of Promotional Materials - Create assets (videos, brochures, etc.) to support product and brand promotion
• Customer Demos - Create and refine customer demos that showcase product value

Requirements

Who you are:

• Relationship Building: Ability to build strong relationships internally across remote teams
• Writing & Communication: Excellent writing skills with the ability to distill complex information into concise and accessible messaging
• Idea Articulation: Clear and eloquent in presenting ideas, capable of engaging diverse audiences
• Positive Attitude: Energetic, initiative-driven, with a strong work ethic
• Interpersonal & Project Management Skills: Strong ability to manage projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Technical Translation: Skilled in translating highly technical information into customer-friendly benefits
• Content & Campaign Management: Adept at managing content creation and executing marketing campaigns
• Visionary Thinking: Ability to align with and communicate IOHK's vision for the future of blockchain technology
• Results Oriented: Focused on delivering measurable outcomes and achieving marketing goals
• Bachelor's Degree in marketing, engineering, computer science, or a related area; a business or economics degree may also be considered depending on experience
• Product Marketing Experience: Evidence of success (4+ years) in product marketing, particularly in international markets
• Blockchain/Emerging Technology Experience: Background in marketing high-tech, emerging, or disruptive technology solutions in both B2B and B2C environments; startup experience is a plus
• Growth Environment Experience: Experience working in a rapidly growing organization and scaling technology from early adopters to mainstream users
• Process Orientation: Experience in establishing and improving collaborative work processes
• Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience engaging with customers and stakeholders at all levels
• International Travel: Willingness and ability to travel internationally

Are you an IOGer?

Do you find yourself questioning the status quo? Do you tinker with ideas and long to turn those ideas into solutions? Are you able to spark thoughtful debates, bringing out the inquisitiveness in others? Does the promise of continuously growing excite you? Then get ready to reimagine everything you thought wasn't possible because that's what it means to be an IOGer - we don't set limits, we break them.

Benefits

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

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.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Marketing and Sales

Industries

Non-profit Organizations and Primary and Secondary Education