Juanjo Villalba

Juanjo Villalba has over 10 years of experience in the editorial and audiovisual sector, currently working as a freelance journalist for various media outlets such as Icon and S Moda at El País.

He previously held the position of Editorial Director at Vice España and Vice Portugal, where he played a pivotal role in addressing key issues for Spanish and Portuguese youth including mental health, personal finance, labor precarity, feminism, LGBTQ+ rights, and climate change.

During his time at Vice, he spearheaded innovative approaches on platforms like Instagram to engage with audiences and developed tailored content for TikTok, establishing a loyal community while delivering impactful editorial content.

With a background in Economics from Universidad de Zaragoza, Juanjo Villalba has showcased his expertise across various roles including as an autonomous journalist in TV, Cinema, and Entertainment at Hearst Magazines, and contributing to publications like Código Nuevo, ICON, S MODA, and Men's Health.

His leadership skills shine through in positions such as Editorial Director at VICE Iberia Media Group, where he effectively managed teams and fostered a collaborative work environment to nurture creativity and innovation.

Juanjo Villalba's extensive experience also includes roles in content coordination, creative writing instruction, editorial coordination in TV and video, translation, editing, and redaction, demonstrating a versatile skill set and a passion for diverse creative and media-related projects.

He excels in team management, cultivating a culture where diverse perspectives converge to generate impactful ideas, showcasing his ability to bring out the best in people.