Tom Robinson
About Tom Robinson
Tom Robinson is a researcher with extensive experience in journalism and communications. He has worked for various organizations, including The Economist and Channel 4 Dispatches, and holds a Master's degree in Investigative Journalism from City, University of London.
Current Role at The Economist
Tom Robinson is currently employed as a Researcher at The Economist, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he contributes to the research efforts of the publication, focusing on various topics relevant to the magazine's audience. His work involves gathering and analyzing data to support the editorial team.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Prior to his role at The Economist, Tom Robinson gained extensive experience in journalism. He worked as a Journalist at Byline Times in 2022 for two months. He also held freelance positions at various media outlets, including The Badger Newspaper, Guardian News & Media, and VICE Media, contributing articles and reports over several months in 2018 and 2019.
Research and Communications Roles
Tom Robinson has held several research and communications positions. He served as a Research and Communications Officer at Spotlight on Corruption from 2020 to 2021 for one year. Additionally, he worked as a Researcher for Below The Radar TV and Hardcash Productions, focusing on Channel 4 Dispatches in 2020. His experience in these roles contributed to his skills in investigative research and media production.
Educational Background
Tom Robinson studied at City, University of London, where he earned a Master's degree in Investigative Journalism from 2019 to 2020. He also completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Sussex, obtaining a BA in History with First Class Honours from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, he studied at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, achieving a BA in History in 2017.
Early Career and Work Experience
Before establishing his career in journalism and research, Tom Robinson held various positions in different sectors. He worked as a Store Assistant at Sainsbury's in 2014 and as a Bartender at Optimum Staffing Solutions, LLC in 2015. He also gained experience in the media industry through work experience at Camden New Journal and Hardcash Productions in 2019 and 2020, respectively.