WELCOME TO
FOSTER AND THE PEOPLE
Alistair Foster is an entertainment journalist, editor and broadcaster based in London
Drawing on two decades of experience, Alistair offers media training and consulting services to a wide range of entertainment organisations. He regularly works with both new and experienced clients from the worlds of music, film, theatre, fashion, television and social media, helping them navigate and harness the overwhelming world of media.
about
With 20 years of experience and knowledge of the entertainment news industry, Alistair knows how to grab an audience’s attention and how to get you in the headlines
Alistair Foster began his career in the local press before working his way up to become the Evening Standard’s first ever Showbusiness Editor, founding and creating the paper’s two entertainment columns: A List and West End.
More recently he was the editor of the showbusiness and society column Talk Of The Town in the Mail on Sunday newspaper, before pivoting into the world of television, working as a TV producer at News UK. He currently edits news channels for the hugely influential Snapchat.
Alistair has conducted thousands of interviews with stars from the worlds of music, film and television, from Leonardo DiCaprio to Sir Paul McCartney, and Rihanna to George Clooney.
He is also at home in front of a camera, be it interviewing winners at the National Television Awards or commenting on breaking stories. He has also conducted many live Q&As in front of audiences, ranging from celebrity conversations to industry debates.
services
Media Training
Get realistic training from an expert. Alistair will help you or your business understand how the media works, teach you the techniques used by journalists and give you the skills to get your message across with assurance.
Consultation
Learn the key principles of what will make an impactful news story to get your brand into the headlines. Journalists are bombarded with press releases and campaigns each day – discover how to make yours stand out.
PR/MEdia Strategy
Whether you are a PR agency pitching to a brand or an outfit looking to strategise your media spread, learn how to bolster your offering when it comes to online, print and broadcast.
If you or your organisation could use our services, Please drop us a line.
Clients we have worked with…
Contact Me
T 07786 193 452
E alistair@fosterandthepeople.com
71-75 Shelton Street
Covent Garden
London
WC2H 9JQ