Paul Curcio

Background

About Paul Curcio

My wide range of experience has led me to become an effective leader and team-builder, as well as an asset in business development. I excel at evaluating processes for inefficiencies and applying solutions that increase productivity and foster job satisfaction on a team-wide level. I can anticipate internal and external problems and either eliminate or mitigate them before they escalate, which has proven invaluable as a member of an executive management team. As a content leader I have delivered measurable improvements in traffic, audience engagement, and monetization by implementing new strategies, updating SEO best practices and introducing new editorial standards while eliminating unproductive legacy verticals. I have more than 20 years of experience directing coverage of business and markets at top financial news organizations, and co-authored a dictionary of the modern Chinese economy. I earned a master’s degree in business journalism from the City University of New York and a bachelor's degree in literature from Fordham University. In my spare time I play piano or chase my Italian Greyhound, Leo, around the yard. Skills I've cultivated over my career include- Developing and executing bespoke content strategies - Strategic thinking and planning - Content creation and implementation across multiple platforms - Introducing efficient workflow processes and eliminating unproductive practices - Directing editorial activities and outcomes that result in maximum audience engagement - Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written - Ability to effectively collaborate across departments, including events, design, multimedia, content marketing, business development and audience engagement - Build a consensus among executive team members and inspire enthusiasm among staff to executive new initiatives _ Ensure quality control and content standards that translate into industry awards and brand recognition - Risk assessment and damage control to mitigate or avoid problems - Act quickly on fast-breaking industry trends and new digital audience growth opportunities - Outstanding news judgment and demonstrated leadership skills - Project management expertise - Expert understanding of content management systems and web-based products - Experience building loyal audiences through SEO, UX, audience analytics and social media - Demonstrated ability to lead teams of editors, reporters and paid contributors - Excellent decision-making skills under pressure - Experienced hiring manager, specializing in identifying and developing young talent