Program overview
Our research program helps participants build practical social media analysis skills through structured, mentored work.
We focus on open-source intelligence (OSINT), narrative mapping, and digital ethnography. Participants receive guided prompts, feedback, and clear expectations to help them build a credible track record.
What participants do
Locate and map content
Identify publicly available posts and map where narratives appear across platforms.
Capture framing details
Log captions, hashtags, and comment sentiment to document narrative framing.
Compare findings
Organize evidence in shared templates and compare how stories shift online.
Who this is for
The program is designed for people building research capability outside formal pathways.
- Self-taught researchers and analysts.
- Career changers interested in OSINT or digital research.
- Students seeking real-world research experience.
- Professionals building a public portfolio of work.
Ethics and boundaries
We operate within strict ethical guardrails.
- Public material only.
- No engagement with subjects.
- No private data collection.
- Structured oversight and safety checks.
Interested in taking part?
Email adam@trestleconsulting.co.uk with a short note about your interests, availability, and goals.
We will share the program charter, participation terms, and an onboarding pack after the initial conversation.