Alastair Reid is a London-based digital journalist with extensive experience in social media, user-generated content, and investigating misinformation. He has worked in various roles, including roaming reporter, social media producer, and editor, leading teams. With a Gold Standard NCTJ diploma in Journalism from Brighton Journalist Works and a Joint Honours degree in International Relations and Development Studies from Sussex University, Alastair is an expert in international politics and foreign policy. He has contributed articles to notable publications such as New Statesman, Metro, Mirror, Independent, Scotsman, BBC Academy, Al Jazeera English, BuzzFeed News, TimeOut, Nieman Lab, Index on Censorship, Journalism.co.uk, Brighton Argus, and more. Alastair is currently the Managing Editor at First Draft, where he previously served as Senior Research Reporter and Digital Editor. Additionally, he has held positions as a Social Media Journalist at Press Association and a UGC Producer/Consultant at Al Jazeera English. Alastair's vast knowledge and experience make him a sought-after journalist, known for his attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.