Part-Time PR & Media Outreach Operator
Palate Project is a U.S.-based company rethinking how Japanese sake reaches American consumers.
For decades, the category has been shaped by a complex supply chain that often limits selection, transparency, freshness, and pricing. Our mission is to build a more direct connection between breweries in Japan and drinkers in the United States.
Our team works directly with producers across Japan, sourcing sake and designing a supply chain focused on quality and freshness. One part of the project focuses on
• *nama sake (fresh, unpasteurized sake)**
, which requires strict cold handling and is rarely experienced in optimal condition in the current U.S. market.
We are building what we believe to be the first true direct-to-consumer sake platform in the United States.
Role Overview
We are looking for a
• *part-time PR & Media Outreach Operator**
to help increase awareness of our story and build relationships with media, writers, and creators in the food, beverage, and startup ecosystem.
This role focuses on the operational side of PR: researching journalists, crafting pitches, coordinating outreach, and helping bring our story to the right audiences.
ResponsibilitiesMedia Research
Identify and maintain a list of journalists covering
• wine and spirits
• food culture
• startups and supply chains
• Japanese culture and craft products
Media Outreach
Support founder-led PR efforts by
• drafting pitch emails
• sending outreach messages
• coordinating interviews
Story Development
Help refine story angles such as
• the evolution of sake in the U.S.
• supply chain challenges in alcohol distribution
• fresh nama sake and cold chain logistics
Creator Partnerships
Research and reach out to
• YouTube creators
• food and beverage influencers
• wine and spirits educators
PR Tracking
Maintain a CRM or tracker for
• journalist contacts
• outreach status
• media coverage
Ideal Candidate
We are less focused on traditional PR credentials and more interested in someone who is:
• an excellent English writer
• curious and research-driven
• comfortable reaching out to journalists and creators
• interested in food, beverage, culture, or startups
Backgrounds that may fit well include
• journalism
• communications
• content marketing
• PR agency experience
Skills
Preferred
• strong writing and editing
• research skills
• familiarity with media outreach
Nice to have
• interest in wine, spirits, or food culture
• experience using AI tools for research and writing
Time Commitment
Part-time
10–20 hours per week
Flexible schedule.
Compensation
$30–$45 per hour depending on experience.
Why This Role Is Interesting
This is a chance to help shape the narrative around a category that is still early in its evolution in the United States.
Sake sits at the intersection of
• Japanese craft culture
• global food trends
• supply chain innovation
We are looking for someone excited to help tell that story.
Application
Please send
• a short introduction
• a writing sample or example of outreach
Apply tot his job
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For decades, the category has been shaped by a complex supply chain that often limits selection, transparency, freshness, and pricing. Our mission is to build a more direct connection between breweries in Japan and drinkers in the United States.
Our team works directly with producers across Japan, sourcing sake and designing a supply chain focused on quality and freshness. One part of the project focuses on
• *nama sake (fresh, unpasteurized sake)**
, which requires strict cold handling and is rarely experienced in optimal condition in the current U.S. market.
We are building what we believe to be the first true direct-to-consumer sake platform in the United States.
Role Overview
We are looking for a
• *part-time PR & Media Outreach Operator**
to help increase awareness of our story and build relationships with media, writers, and creators in the food, beverage, and startup ecosystem.
This role focuses on the operational side of PR: researching journalists, crafting pitches, coordinating outreach, and helping bring our story to the right audiences.
ResponsibilitiesMedia Research
Identify and maintain a list of journalists covering
• wine and spirits
• food culture
• startups and supply chains
• Japanese culture and craft products
Media Outreach
Support founder-led PR efforts by
• drafting pitch emails
• sending outreach messages
• coordinating interviews
Story Development
Help refine story angles such as
• the evolution of sake in the U.S.
• supply chain challenges in alcohol distribution
• fresh nama sake and cold chain logistics
Creator Partnerships
Research and reach out to
• YouTube creators
• food and beverage influencers
• wine and spirits educators
PR Tracking
Maintain a CRM or tracker for
• journalist contacts
• outreach status
• media coverage
Ideal Candidate
We are less focused on traditional PR credentials and more interested in someone who is:
• an excellent English writer
• curious and research-driven
• comfortable reaching out to journalists and creators
• interested in food, beverage, culture, or startups
Backgrounds that may fit well include
• journalism
• communications
• content marketing
• PR agency experience
Skills
Preferred
• strong writing and editing
• research skills
• familiarity with media outreach
Nice to have
• interest in wine, spirits, or food culture
• experience using AI tools for research and writing
Time Commitment
Part-time
10–20 hours per week
Flexible schedule.
Compensation
$30–$45 per hour depending on experience.
Why This Role Is Interesting
This is a chance to help shape the narrative around a category that is still early in its evolution in the United States.
Sake sits at the intersection of
• Japanese craft culture
• global food trends
• supply chain innovation
We are looking for someone excited to help tell that story.
Application
Please send
• a short introduction
• a writing sample or example of outreach
Apply tot his job
Apply To this Job