Joe Tamborello
About Joe Tamborello
Joe Tamborello is a Lead Producer at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK, with a background in journalism and content strategy. He has extensive experience in newsletter audience growth and has held various roles in photography and social media across multiple publications.
Current Role at Gannett
Joe Tamborello serves as Lead Producer at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK since 2021. In this role, he collaborates with producers, editors, and writers across Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky to enhance best practices for SEO and social media strategy. His responsibilities include analyzing data to provide insights that inform editors and newsletter authors, leading to improvements in story and newsletter performance.
Previous Experience at The Indianapolis Star
Tamborello worked at The Indianapolis Star from 2014 to 2021, holding various positions including Social Media Platforms Editor and Content Strategist & FAA Licensed Drone Pilot. His focus was on growing newsletter audiences through editorial strategies, marketing, and social media. He developed a strategy for Midwest sites' newsletters, emphasizing best practices in subject lines, tone, and promotion, which contributed to the growth of paid subscriptions.
Career at The Journal-Standard
Joe Tamborello's career at The Journal-Standard spanned from 2005 to 2013, where he held several roles including Chief Photographer, Multimedia News Editor, and Photo and Web Editor/Social Media Manager. His experience included managing social media platforms and overseeing multimedia content, which enhanced the publication's engagement and outreach.
Educational Background
Tamborello studied at Columbia College Chicago, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Photojournalism from 2000 to 2002. He also attended Rock Valley College from 1997 to 1999. His foundational education included attending Boylan Central Catholic High School from 1994 to 1997, which prepared him for his future studies in journalism.