💼 How I Found a Job in Crypto (And How You Can Too!)

[cryptohog]

Hi!

I wanted to share my experience on how I landed a job in the crypto space — it wasn’t overnight, but it was absolutely worth it. If you’re thinking about making the jump into Web3, DeFi, or blockchain work, here’s a breakdown of how I did it and some tips that might help you too.
🧠 1. Learn the Space First

Before applying anywhere, I immersed myself in crypto — not just trading, but understanding how blockchains work, what DeFi really is, and where the industry is heading.

Resources I used:

Crypto Twitter (aka X)

YouTube channels like Whiteboard Crypto & Finematics

Reading whitepapers (yes, actually!)

Discords and communities around projects I liked

️ 2. Build Some Skills

Even if you’re not a dev, there are tons of non-technical roles in crypto:

Community Management

Marketing / Growth

Content Writing

Product Management

Customer Support

Research & Analytics

I picked up content and community work since I was already active online. I started writing blog posts and managing small Telegram groups for DAO projects as a volunteer — which led to my first paid gig.
3. Go Where the Jobs Are

Here’s where I actually looked for crypto jobs:

cryptojobslist.com

web3.career

Remote3

Angel.co (for Web3 startups)

DAOs (some post gigs on their forums or snapshot spaces)

Also: many projects don’t advertise jobs traditionally. Being active in a community or contributing can turn into a job offer faster than you think.
4. Network in Web3 Communities

This part really matters. I joined project discords, followed devs and community leads on X, attended Twitter Spaces and even applied through DMs. Seriously, just being visible in a project’s ecosystem helps a lot.

Pro tip: Get active on platforms like Mirror, Lens, Farcaster — that’s where many crypto-native folks hang out.
5. Expect to Be Paid in Crypto (Sometimes)

My first freelance gig paid in USDC, then I started getting options for ETH, MATIC, or even governance tokens (which I usually swap for stablecoins unless I really believe in the project). Just make sure you understand wallet security and tax implications before diving in.
Final Thoughts

Getting into crypto isn’t just about applying to jobs — it’s about being part of the ecosystem. If you show up, contribute, and keep learning, opportunities come naturally.

Feel free to reply if you're looking to get started — I can drop some resources or help you figure out a path based on your skills.

[EmTeam]

Thanks for sharing this! Love how you broke everything down so clearly. It’s inspiring to see that you don’t have to be a developer to find your place in Web3. Community and content roles are so underrated but absolutely vital to the space.

[Blobby]

This is such a helpful guide. Really appreciate the honesty about learning curves and the importance of just showing up and contributing. It’s encouraging to hear that being active in communities can open doors faster than applying through traditional channels.

[alex65]

Great post! So true that crypto is more about participation than just sending resumes. I’ve been thinking about pivoting into community and content work myself — this gave me the motivation to start getting more involved. Thanks for the tips!