Neil Johnstone joined Scottish Land & Estates in April 2026. He came to the organisation from the Edinburgh Evening News, where he worked as a Digital Reporter producing content for online and print, as well as managing social media and video output. He has experience in multimedia content creation, digital strategy, and using analytics and SEO to support audience growth.
After completing a master’s degree in journalism, Neil worked as a freelance reporter covering a wide range of topics, including agriculture, local government, water insecurity, planning and boxing.
He is looking forward to supporting Scottish Land & Estates in strengthening its digital presence and promoting the work of its members across rural Scotland.
Outside of work, Neil enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and young daughter, making the most of Scotland’s countryside.