How to Get Hired in Crypto (Even in a Bear Market): Base Recruiter Connor Holliman’s Playbook

Описание: In this episode of Crypto Talks & Blockchain Walks, I chat with Connor Holliman, an Onchain Recruiter at Base, to talk about what it really takes to stand out in crypto hiring right now, especially in bear market conditions.

Connor shares why recruiting is dramatically better in person, how ETHDenver’s current vibe feels like a “builder market” (and even a purge of weaker projects), and the three clearest ways candidates can differentiate themselves when competition is high: build, create, or trade. We also get into resilience after near-miss interviews, how to work with recruiters productively, and where to find Base + Coinbase opportunities.

Guest: Connor Holliman
X: https://x.com/jconnorholliman

WHAT WE COVER
Connor’s role at Base: what “onchain recruiter” actually means and how the Base/CDP recruiting team is structured
Why IRL events are a recruiting superpower: “life happens in person”
ETHDenver vs Devconnect Buenos Aires vibes: hope vs “bear market energy”—and why that’s a good thing for builders
Hiring in bull vs bear markets: why bear-market hires often stick longer (resilience wins)
How to stand out in crypto hiring (Connor’s 3 paths):
1) Build: ship an app/mini app, show proof, speak directly to the role
2) Create: write or make video content to build a portfolio + signal real industry depth
3) Trade/Research: harder to package, but strong research instincts can translate into real credibility
What to do after a near-miss interview: protecting confidence, staying resilient, and leveling up outside the process
Why connecting with recruiters helps: feedback loops, resume improvement, and better interview performance
Connor’s take on job search channels: X as the most direct line, LinkedIn still useful (maybe)
Bonus: Connor’s next fitness arc, training for a Half Ironman (discipline carries over)

Apply / Get Involved
Base jobs: https://base.org/jobs
Coinbase careers: https://coinbase.com/careers
Base Batches accelerator: Connor mentions they’re looking for builders/projects (including a robotics track and student submissions)—reach out if you’re building.

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