Writing, Editing, Data, Research, AP Style, Wordpress, Medium

Paul Centopani

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http://www.linkedin.com/pub/paul-centopani/28/51/246

Summary

Dynamic and diligent professional currently working as a writer and researcher for a publication - analyzing data, composing features, managing databases, and supporting the editorial team. Aspiring to become a thought-provoking and entertaining creative writer, with an inclination towards sports, entertainment, food, and pop-culture. Examples of my work can be found here: http://thejrnyman.tumblr.com/

Experience

Buyouts Insider – Thomson Reuters/UCG New York, NY

Writer and Research Editor September 2014 – Present

Writer and developer of media and editorial features in print, online, and presentation formats.

In charge of updating, maintaining, and manipulating large data sets and databases.

Monitor of the private equity industry for trends and ideas that can be turned into stimulating, high-quality content.

Medidata Solutions New York, NY

Proposals & Contracts Developer October 2013 – June 2014

Led and supervised 12 partner accounts within the sales operations division.

Managed proposal development projects to ensure on-time delivery and a quality product.

Collaborated with client, internal proposal team, and legal team to develop pricing quotes, statements of work and final contracts.

Trained employees on pricing methodology.

Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Stratford, CT

Proposal Coordinator August 2013 – October 2013

Wrote and developed technical, marketing, contractual, and informational responses for proposal documentation.

Led all client requirements for new and aftermarket sales campaigns.

Primed proposal plans to ensure prompt delivery and an exceptional product

Booz Allen Hamilton McLean, VA

Pricing Analyst - Senior Consultant June 2009 – February 2013

Managed over 600 proposals of nearly 900 million dollars in value

Guided and counseled program management teams

Led and trained entry-level staff, including ongoing mentorship

Consistently communicated with senior leadership

Wrote and updated the guideline for all pricing practices

Analyzed government solicitations and worked with various team members on establishing price-to-win strategies

Briefed clients on deliverables and made recommendations to minimize costs, thereby increasing win percentage

Education

Binghamton University, State University of New York Binghamton, NY

Bachelor of Arts in Italian; Concentration in Economics May 2009

Professional Skills

Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Google Cloud, WebVision, Wordpress, AP style guidelines, Medium

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