Paul Elias
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Accomplished reporter and editor with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. Expertise in directing coverage, editing on deadline and crafting longform features. Adept at spotting news stories, trends and red herrings. Proven ability to collaborate and pitch in wherever needed. Excellent written communication skills with a talent for transforming complex scientific data into clear, concise, and compelling content. Committed to upholding the highest standards of accuracy, consistency, and quality control.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Reporter/Editor
Mergers & Acquisitions
Georgetown, CT
10.2023 - Current
- Covered the private equity industry, reporting on major deals, fundraising, firm strategies, and key players.
- Cultivated an extensive network of sources within top private equity firms, providing insightful analysis and exclusive scoops on high-profile transactions and industry trends.
- Contributed to the publication's digital presence, producing multimedia content, podcasts, and live event coverage to engage a broader audience interested in private equity.
- Edited and formatted daily newsletter.
Weekend Editor
The Block
San Francisco
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Managed weekend blockchain coverage by selecting relevant topics and subjects to cover.
- Produced timely content highlighting the intricacies of blockchain technology.
- Edited blockchain-related stories, including headlines and deciding art.
- Drafted memos and attended long-range planning sessions to set editorial agenda.
Associate Editor
International Business Times
San Francisco
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Edit and rewrite fintech-focused stories on deadline.
- Helped decide placement of stories on news site.
- Assigned fintech-related coverage.
- Helped direct editorial coverage.
Corporate Newsroom Manager
Genentech
San Francisco
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Identified and publicized company success stories
- Drafted and distributed press releases
- Created content and editorial vision for internal platforms
- Wrote op-ed pieces, emails and other communications for executives.
Reporter
The Associated Press
San Francisco
01.2001 - 01.2019
- Pioneered the role of full-time biotech writer at AP.
- Organized and developed the biotechnology beat, making strategic decisions on companies, topics, and individuals to closely monitor.
- Covered breaking news and trends in the biotechnology industry, including drug development, clinical trials, regulatory approvals and company financials.
- Attended and reported on major biotech conferences, investor meetings, and FDA advisory committee meetings.
- Wrote clear, concise, and accurate articles on complex scientific and business topics for a specialized audience.
Staff Writer
The Red Herring Magazine
San Francisco
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Contributed numerous high-tech related stories for the magazine and website
- Covered various companies' introduction and migration to the Internet
- Covered legislation that affected high-technology research and development
- Developed myriad contacts in the venture capital community
Reporter
The Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles
01.1995 - 01.1999
- City of Thousand Oaks beat reporter and Ventura County courts reporter
- Covered all things legal in the northern suburbs of Los Angeles
- Developed deep contacts with local legal community
- Covered appointments to the bench and significant lawyer hirings.
Education
Journalism BA - Journalism, Print
Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA05-1990
Skills
- Editing
- Meeting deadlines
- Accuracy
- Speed
- Flexibility
- Audience targeting
- Scientific knowledge
- Editorial direction
- Memos drafting
- Long-range planning
- Storytelling
- Headline writing
- Relationship building
Timeline
Reporter/Editor
Mergers & Acquisitions
10.2023 - Current
Weekend Editor
The Block
05.2022 - 09.2023
Associate Editor
International Business Times
01.2021 - 01.2022
Corporate Newsroom Manager
Genentech
01.2019 - 04.2021
Reporter
The Associated Press
01.2001 - 01.2019
Staff Writer
The Red Herring Magazine
01.1999 - 01.2001
Reporter
The Los Angeles Times
01.1995 - 01.1999
Journalism BA - Journalism, Print
Humboldt State University
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