DePin Surf Intern (Marketing)
IoTeX
Marketing & Communications
United States · Remote
Posted on Jul 28, 2024
Our Vision: Machines Will Be Our Future Workforce
At MachineFi Lab, we're not just envisioning the future; we're actively building it—today. We power the new reward economy by fostering a fairer, safer, and more rewarding Internet of Things (IoT). Central to our mission is the concept of Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN), a paradigm shift leveraging blockchain technology for capital formation and human coordination on a global scale. By enabling contributions to real-world infrastructure — spanning wireless, mobility, compute, energy, storage, and beyond — we empower individuals to invest in and shape the foundation of our future society. Leveraging our cutting-edge blockchain infrastructure, a robust suite of DePIN Modules, and expertise in crafting blockchain-integrated devices, MachineFi stands at the forefront of the DePIN revolution.
Are you a maverick? A digital renegade? Are you someone who challenges the status quo, believing, against all odds, that you can change the world? If so, MachineFi is for you. Join us, and be part of the movement shaping the infrastructure of tomorrow.
About DePIN Surf
DePIN Surf is an accelerator within MachineFi Labs that prepares seed-stage DePIN founders for the global launch of their networks and tokens.
DePIN, as a technological paradigm, has a broad mandate, covering any web-3 application that has a physical element, spanning edge-AI and virtual power plants. Mirroring the exponential rise of other viral applications of web-3 like DeFi and NFTs, the number of DePIN projects has exploded from less than a hundred in late 2022 to over a 1,000 at the time of writing.
Exemplifying the industry’s rise, IoTeX (aka MachineFi Labs), with support from FutureMoneyGroup and ForesightX launched DePIN Surf, the first accelerator dedicated exclusively to supporting DePIN founders.
Cohort 1 launched in March of this year and features eight startups. Programming is 100% virtual with demo day scheduled for April 30th. Cohort 2 launches in June and will run through the summer.
About The Role
As a member of the DePIN Surf accelerator team, you will work directly with the director and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN) by directly supporting seed-stage founders as they prepare for global launch. This role offers a unique blend of venture capital, business development, marketing, and operational experience and will help prepare you for a full time role in any of those capacities.
WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE:
- Strategic Networking: Forge meaningful relationships with industry leaders, including venture capitalists, successful DePIN founders, and key opinion leaders (KoLs), expanding your professional network in the Web3 space.
- Venture Capital Experience: Develop an understanding of what makes a web-3 project investable, and what key metrics increase the odds of founder success.
- Program Management Experience: Gain hands-on experience in managing and executing projects within an accelerator program, from the initial application phase to the culminating demo day event.
- Insightful Market Analysis: Develop a deep understanding of the DePIN and broader Web3 market trends, identifying key growth areas and the technological underpinnings that drive success in this rapidly growing sector.
- Content Creation & Marketing Strategy: Enhance your skills in digital marketing and content creation by drafting compelling blog posts, developing marketing strategies, and engaging with the community through social media and other digital platforms.
- Technical Fluency: Receive a comprehensive education on IoTeX's modular tech stack and infrastructure offerings, equipping you with the knowledge to understand and contribute to discussions on technological integration and innovation.
- Event Planning Expertise: Acquire the ability to plan, organize, and execute virtual events that connect founders with investors and mentors, improving your logistical and coordination skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Program Organization & Applicant Sourcing: Work alongside the accelerator's director to organize the accelerator's programming and source potential applicants. This involves vetting and diligencing applications to identify promising DePIN startups that align with our mission.
- Event Coordination: Take charge of administrative tasks related to accelerator events. This includes scheduling, coordinating logistics, and following up with founders to ensure smooth execution of events such as workshops, webinars, and demo day.
- Marketing & Community Engagement: Drive awareness and engagement through various marketing initiatives. You will help draft compelling blog posts, engage with influencers and Key Opinion Leaders (KoLs) in the DePIN sector, and execute outreach programs targeting venture capitalists and high-profile founders to involve them as mentors or investors in the program.
- Educational Advancement: Embark on a comprehensive learning journey with IoTeX's modular tech stack and infrastructure offerings. We encourage active participation and integration of our technologies by all DePIN Surf program founders, providing you with an invaluable opportunity to deepen your technical understanding and skills in web-3.
- Dynamic Startup Environment: Thrive in a startup atmosphere that is both fast-paced and hands-on. You will have the chance to work closely with some of the most promising and well-funded web-3 founders, offering a variety of tasks that promise a rich professional development experience.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
- Strong Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent Communication: Proficient in both written and verbal communication, capable of engaging with a diverse set of stakeholders including tech founders, investors, and industry influencers.
- Curiosity and Passion for Web3: A keen interest in DePIN, blockchain, and the broader Web3 ecosystem, with a desire to learn and stay updated on the latest trends and technologies.
- Problem-Solving Mindset: Ability to tackle challenges creatively and come up with innovative solutions that contribute to the success of the accelerator program.
- Team Collaboration: Willingness to work in a collaborative team environment, supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive and dynamic work culture.
- Digital Marketing Skills: Familiarity with digital marketing tools and platforms, as well as experience in content creation, social media management, and community engagement.
About MachineFi and Our Culture:
MachineFi Lab, IoTeX’s core developer, is a leading tech provider for Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN), a Web3 category predicted to become a multi-trillion-dollar economy powered by billions of smart devices and trillions of sensors. Its team of over 60 research scientists and engineers released W3bstream, the world's first decentralized off-chain compute framework for smart devices and real-world data. It aims to provide advanced middleware and tools for Web2 businesses connecting to Web3 token incentives with real-world activity confirmed by user-owned smart devices, unlocking new business opportunities through its Proof-of-Anything technology, which can be used with several data sets, such as in location, activity, and humanity.
MachineFi Lab’s easy-to-use tools for the creation of X-and-earn scenarios, such as play-and-earn, walk-and-earn, or sleep-and-earn—community-owned machine networks, such as smart cities, public utilities, and other physical infrastructure. Backed by nearly 20 prominent VCs, including Samsung Next, Jump Crypto, Draper Dragon, Xoogler Ventures, IOSG, Wemade, and Escape Velocity, MachineFi Lab is building advanced technology to bring the metaverse into the real world, and vice versa.
