Careers: Freelance Opportunities with DeFi Rate
DeFi Rate covers prediction markets, crypto, and DeFi. Every piece we publish should tell readers something new, help them understand a complex topic, or provide data they can’t get anywhere else. We prioritize accuracy over speed — verifying claims against primary sources and on-chain data.
At a glance
Open Roles
3
All positions remote
Type
Freelance
Flexible Schedule
Beats
Politics · Crypto · DeFi
Prediction markets, elections, DeFi protocols
About DeFi Rate
Learn more about our team, editorial standards, and coverage areas before you apply.
Open role
Freelance political writer: elections & prediction markets
We’re looking for a political writer who can cover US elections through the lens of prediction markets — someone who understands campaigns, polling, and electoral dynamics, and can translate that into market-relevant reporting.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Background | Political reporting experience covering campaigns, elections, and political strategy |
| Story development | Self-directed — brings story ideas independently rather than waiting for assignments |
| Sources | Builds relationships with political operatives, pollsters, analysts, and traders |
| Methodology | Understands polling methodology and electoral dynamics at the state and national level |
| Markets | Prediction market familiarity (Kalshi, Polymarket) or willingness to learn quickly |
| Range | Can write both fast-breaking news and in-depth analysis pieces |
| Coverage depth | Track record covering state-level races, not only presidential elections |
How to apply
Send a short pitch on your first story targets plus 2–3 work samples to editorial@defirate.com.
Open role
Experienced crypto writer: explainers & educational content
We need someone who can break down complex crypto and DeFi concepts for broad audiences — authoritative and clear, built to last. Topics include blockchain basics, smart contracts, DeFi lending, oracle networks, layer 2 scaling, and on-chain vs. clearinghouse prediction market settlement.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Hands-on | Direct experience with blockchain and DeFi protocols — used them, not just read about them |
| Writing style | Plain-language technical writing without sacrificing accuracy |
| Portfolio | Published educational content samples demonstrating explanatory depth |
| Accuracy | Checks documentation and on-chain sources before publishing |
| Long-form | Comfortable with in-depth, evergreen content (2,000+ words) |
| Bylines | Experience at CoinDesk, The Defiant, Decrypt, or similar outlets |
| Bonus | Details |
|---|---|
| Technical | Deployed contracts or hands-on DeFi protocol experience |
| Markets | Familiarity with prediction markets, event contracts, or derivatives |
| Portfolio | Bylined portfolio with published explainer content |
How to apply
Send 2–3 relevant samples plus 3 article pitches to editorial@defirate.com.
Open role
Freelance crypto & DeFi reporter
General crypto and DeFi news coverage — governance decisions, exchange news, lending and borrowing rate shifts, hacks, and market-moving events. We need someone deep enough in the space to spot stories early.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bylines | Published bylines in crypto or DeFi publications |
| Source finding | Reads governance forums, monitors on-chain activity, spots stories before they break |
| Reporting | Self-sourced stories with interviews — protocol teams, founders, developers |
| Accessibility | Can explain complex events to non-Crypto-Twitter audiences |
| On-chain data | Comfortable with block explorers, TVL checks, and on-chain claim verification |
| Speed & depth | Fast on breaking news, depth when warranted |
| DeFi experience | Hands-on DeFi and crypto experience, prediction market familiarity |
How to apply
Send a short pitch on your coverage focus areas with reasoning, plus 2–3 work samples, to editorial@defirate.com.
Culture
What we look for
Across all roles, these are the qualities that define our team and the contributors we work with.
| Quality | What it means at DeFi Rate |
|---|---|
| Accuracy first | We verify claims against primary sources and on-chain data before publishing. Getting it right matters more than getting it first. |
| Self-directed | Our best contributors bring their own story ideas, develop sources, and pitch angles we haven’t considered. |
| Clear writing | Complex topics explained in plain language. No jargon for its own sake — every technical term should earn its place. |
| Crypto-native | You’ve used the protocols you write about. Theory is useful; hands-on experience is better. |
Ready to apply?
Send your pitch and samples to our editorial team. We review every application and respond within one week.
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Send your pitch and work samples to our editorial team. We review every application.
About DeFi Rate
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Editorial team
Reporters, data analysts, and researchers with backgrounds in financial journalism and regulated markets.
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