Breakout Prop (backed by Kraken) is hiring a Social Media Manager to own Breakout’s social channels and help shape the content and online presence of co-founder and lead influencer Trader Mayne in his work for Breakout. This role is for a true crypto-native who lives in the markets, understands the culture, and can turn fast-moving narratives into high-performing content across platforms.
About Kraken + Breakout
Kraken is a mission-focused crypto company working to accelerate global crypto adoption. Breakout is a crypto-native prop trading platform founded in 2023 and recently acquired by Kraken, combining deep liquidity, advanced technology, and risk management with Kraken’s global infrastructure and trusted brand.
Schedule
Full-time • Remote (United States)
What You’ll Do
- Own Breakout’s social presence across X, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Reddit, Discord, and emerging channels
- Manage and grow the Breakout-facing social presence of Trader Mayne (separate from his personal brand)
- Develop content ideas, scripts, talking points, and outlines for short-form and long-form video
- Craft POVs, hot takes, and educational content rooted in real market expertise (trading strategies, trends, narratives)
- Partner with production to ship high-quality, fast-turnaround social/video assets
- Manage posting calendars, daily publishing, community engagement, and real-time market reactions
- Collaborate with Growth, Brand, and Leadership to align social strategy with business goals
- Track performance data to refine what works and double down on what resonates with traders
- Stay ahead of crypto narratives, influencers, memes, and platform algorithm shifts
- Help shape the voice of a fast-scaling brand in a high-velocity category
What You Need
- 4+ years in social media, content strategy, or community management (crypto, fintech, or high-growth tech preferred)
- “Crypto native” credibility: you follow markets, trade personally, understand market psychology, and speak fluent crypto
- Experience managing or working closely with influencers or public-facing leaders
- Strong writing skills and the ability to simplify complex ideas into engaging content
- Proven ability to write scripts, develop short-form concepts, and create attention-grabbing “hot take” content
- Deep understanding of X, TikTok, and YouTube (and what performs on each)
- Comfortable collaborating closely with executives, creators, and production teams
- Fast, culturally sharp, and tuned into the rhythm of the market
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $83,400 – $166,800 (target annual base range)
- Additional: Bonus + Equity (plus other U.S. benefits noted, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k))
- Ongoing applications (no deadline listed)
Happy Hunting,
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