Alistair Trapnell
About Alistair Trapnell
Alistair Trapnell serves as the Daily Briefings Editor at Isentia, a position he has held since 2021. He has a diverse background in the arts and publishing, with previous roles in marketing, editorial work, and hospitality.
Current Role at Isentia
Alistair Trapnell serves as the Daily Briefings Editor at Isentia, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for curating and editing daily news briefings, ensuring that relevant information is accurately presented to clients. His work contributes to the company's mission of providing insightful media intelligence and analysis.
Previous Experience in Marketing and Editorial Roles
Prior to his current role, Trapnell worked as the Marketing Manager at Grattan Street Press for four months in 2021. He also gained editorial experience as an Editorial Intern at Affirm Press for three months in the same year. His background includes various positions in the hospitality industry, such as Head Waiter at Rylands of Hawthorn and Food and Beverage Server at Marriner Group.
Educational Background
Trapnell holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre Studies and Literary Studies from Monash University, where he studied from 2014 to 2016. He also completed an Advanced Diploma in Musical Theatre at the Victorian College of the Arts in 2012. Additionally, he earned a Master of Creative Writing, Publishing and Editing from the University of Melbourne from 2020 to 2021.
Experience in the Hospitality Industry
Trapnell has significant experience in the hospitality sector. He worked as a Cellar Door Attendant at Rathbone Wine Group for three years from 2018 to 2021. Prior to that, he served as Head Waiter at Rylands of Hawthorn from 2015 to 2017 and as a Food and Beverage Server at Marriner Group from 2017 to 2018.
Training in Music and Performance
In addition to his academic qualifications, Trapnell has pursued training in music and performance. He studied Singing and Songwriting at Point Blank Music School, achieving a Diploma in 2013. His background in the performing arts complements his editorial and marketing skills.