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OREGON!
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It’s finally here, the first meeting of the Portland/Eugene Chapter! The happy hour will take place on Thursday, October 5th from 7:30 p.m. to whenever at the Doug Fir (21+), located at 830 E Burnside St. in Portland (www.dougfirlounge.com). Email portland@ed2010.com with any questions.

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Two EdSchool Freelancing classes:
Online Class AND an L.A. Class!
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Online class: How to Get Freelance Work
What: A five-week course on freelance pitching and writing, taught by mag freelancer and teacher Eric Butterman
Why: Success stories like this: One student from a previous class sold a 2000-word feature to Running Times, another sold a $1000 food article and a first-time writer sold three items--all while the class was still going on.
When: Sept. 27 - Oct. 25. A weekly lecture is posted each Monday, followed by a one-hour online chat room meeting Wednesdays from 9 to 10pm EST.
Cost: $185
To SIGN UP: http://tinyurl.com/ry9oc

Los Angeles class: How to Get Freelance Work, also with Eric Butterman
When: Wednesdays October 18 to Nov 15, 8-10pm. Where: The Stella Adler Academy, 6773 Hollywood Blvd. in Hollywood
Cost: $245
To SIGN UP: http://tinyurl.com/j5d9t

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News
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1. Wall Street Journal
Time Warner Puts 18 Titles on Block, Pruning Portfolio
By Sarah Ellison
9/13/06
http://online.wsj.com/public/article/SB115808968375860899-dwebtyhThQ0nHjQK3_uyEsStKVw_20060919.html

Time Warner Inc.'s Time magazine division is putting most of its Time4Media and Parenting Group titles on the market, as it looks to prune its portfolio of smaller, less-profitable titles.

A total of 18 print names are going on the block, including Popular Science, Field & Stream, Outdoor Life, Skiing, Parenting and Babytalk. Many of the titles were acquired in 2000 as part of Time's $475 million acquisition of Times Mirror Magazines from Tribune Co.

The magazines are expected to fetch in the neighborhood of $300 million, according to people familiar with the sale. Potential buyers include private-equity players such as Wind Point Partners, which owns Active Interest Media, publisher of such titles as Vegetarian Times. Efrem "Skip" Zimbalist III is president and chief executive officer of Active Interest Media and was previously the CEO of Times Mirror's magazines. Other potentially interested parties are Providence Equity Partners Inc., Spectrum Equity Investors and Warburg Pincus LLC, among others, these people said.

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2. Min
In Returning to “House Beautiful” as VP/Publisher: Kate Kelly Smith Succeeds her 1999-2000 Boss David Arnold
9/12/06
http://www.minonline.com/mb_topstory.htm

That is one twist in last Tuesday's (September 5) announcement by Hearst Magazines president (since November 1995) Cathie Black. A second is that Arnold was HM senior vp/chief marketing officer (since October 1997) Michael Clinton's first hire in May 1999 after Black gave him group publisher responsibilities. At the time, Arnold was the highly regarded Town & Country associate publisher under since-retired Molly Schae¬fer, and he was credited for strengthening the jewelry category

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3. New York Post
18 Titles Run Out of Time
By Keith J. Kelly and Zachery Kouwe
9/13/06
http://www.nypost.com/business/18_titles_run_out_of_time_business_keith_j__kelly_and_zachery_kouwe.htm

Bowing to pressure to improve immediately, Time Inc.'s underperforming Time Warner division announced it was planning to sell 18 magazines.

The titles on the block comprise most of the male-oriented and leisure monthly titles in the Time4 Media Group, including Field & Stream and Popular Science, as well as the Parenting Group, which includes Parenting, Baby Talk and parenting.com.

Golf Magazine Group, which is the most profitable in the bunch, will be reassigned to the Sports Illustrated group. The sale is being handled by J.P. Morgan Chase, which is hoping to fetch between $300 million and $400 million for the magazines. The aim is to find a single buyer for the entire group.

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4. WWD
Memo Pad
By Stephanie D. Smith
9/13/06
http://www.wwd.com/issue/article/108945

PHOTO-SHOPPED?: When it comes to attending the Emmys or tending to your magazine's cover photo, In Style managing editor Charla Lawhon chose her editorial responsibilities during the close of the October issue. The Time Inc. fashion monthly shot Scarlett Johansson in August, but when the photos came in, Lawhon was displeased with the images planned for the cover. Marcel Pariseau, Johansson's publicist, said the photographer, Elaine Constantine, for the shoot was fairly new for In Style and the magazine's editors took issue with the layout and the lighting of the photos. Lawhon's nervousness weighed on her even as she drove to JFK airport Wednesday night, Aug. 23, to leave for the Emmys in Los Angeles, so she decided to return to the office to work on the cover through that Thursday night. (A source said Time Inc. editor in chief John Huey told Lawhon she needed to return from the airport to reshoot the cover, but a spokeswoman for Time Inc. denied that.) With the cover shipping on Friday, Aug. 25, Lawhon chose to run pick-up art instead, a move the magazine has not made since its infancy. An In Style spokeswoman said the magazine did call in additional photography for the cover, but the original shots appear inside the issue. "All's well that ends well," said Lawhon about the events. "It's a gorgeous cover and a gorgeous eight-page feature." The October issue hits newsstands Sept. 22.

CONFUSION AT OK: Tom Morrisy, associate publisher of Time Inc.'s Entertainment Weekly, is said to be joining British celebrity weekly OK as publisher, replacing Melanie Danks. Sources said Morrisy packed up his things at Time Inc. on Tuesday, telling colleagues of his new position. However, Danks said she is still with the company. Asked if she was still OK's publisher, she responded, "Yes." A Time Inc. spokeswoman confirmed Morrisy's departure. The Time Inc. executive was bumped from publisher to associate publisher in January during a corporate reorganization by Ann Moore, Time Inc. chief executive officer, last winter.

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5. National Association of Science Writers
Jerome Groopman Wins 2006 Victor Cohn Prize for Excellence in Medical Reporting
Press Release
9/13/06
http://www.nasw.org/archives/000410.htm#more

Jerome Groopman, a staff writer at The New Yorker and a professor of medicine at Harvard, has been awarded the 2006 Victor Cohn Prize for Excellence in Medical Reporting for stories that combine sensitivity to patients' concerns with a thoughtful analysis of issues and controversies in medicine.

The prize, for a body of work published or broadcast within the last five years, was created by the Council for the Advancement of Science Writing, an organization of journalists and scientists committed to improving the quality of science news reaching the public.

In recent articles, Groopman has critiqued the war on cancer, questioned the rationale behind common spinal surgery, argued for government funding of stem cell research and looked at the ethical concerns involved in studying complications in pregnant women.

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6. Radar
EXPLODING GRAYDON BACK ON THE BUTTS
By Jeff Bercovici
09/13/06
http://www.radaronline.com/exclusives/2006/09/exploding-graydon-back-on-the-butts.php

With the exclusive photos of Suri Cruise under his belt, and a new publisher at his side, Vanity Fair editor Graydon Carter kicked off the season smelling like a winner. But privately, Radar has learned, he carries the whiff of defeat.

After making a glorious stink about finally giving up his habit, the be-winged Canadian was recently caught puffing a Camel on his way out of the Diane von Furstenberg show at Bryant Park.

"He just put it in his mouth like he was waiting for everyone to start snapping pictures," says an onlooker. "It was like a photo op." Perhaps he was trying to make a statement; after all, even after quitting, Carter remained one of the most vocal critics of the New York City smoking ban, which he derided as "asinine" and quasi-fascist.

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7. Gawker
Page Six: The Magazine: The Return
9/13/06
http://www.gawker.com/news/page-six-magazine/page-six-the-magazine-the-return-200327.php

Yes, it's coming. Again. Tomorrow marks the release of the second issue of Page Six: The Magazine, all yours and "free" with the Post. Funny, as the paper doesn't seem to be fluffing it much more than with print ads; the online page is still intermittently showing a promo for the old issue.

That first issue of the mag, which feels like it came out about 7 years ago, was edited by alleged extortionist Jared Paul Stern; clearly that wasn't going to work anymore, so Page Six editor Richard Johnson had to oversee the operation and answer to Post executive editor Steve Cuozzo (both of whom were no doubt thrilled with the extra responsibility). Calls to Rubenstein PR confirmed not much more than this; no word on ad pages, staff, etc. Just 94 pages of strangely hush hush gloss. So, uh, it's coming, but it's kind of tip-toeing.

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Whisper Jobs
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Ed hears…

... that ShopWiki.com, a recently launched comparison-shopping Web site is looking for a tech-savvy editor with a background in and love of electronics and computers. Can you explain the different types of computer memory? Are you excited about the Microsoft Zune's final specs? And do you keep up with all the latest digital technology? If you answered yes to these questions, this job is for you. The ideal writer has a true passion for keeping up to date on the latest technology – for work and play. You will be responsible for keeping the site’s Electronics and Computers & Software content updated and free from Spam/marketing content. Your duties will include, but are not limited to, writing new guides, editing existing material, coming up with a plan for each section and organizing video reviews. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, outgoing and can work independently with little direction. You must be completely flexible and hardworking. Typical nine-to-fivers need not apply. Experience with the Internet editing a plus. Mac savvy a must. Salary commensurate with experience. Please send your resume, cover letter and tech-related writing sample to: edit@shopwiki.com

... that Ladies' Home Journal is looking for a qualified fact checker to fill the position of Deputy Research Editor. Candidate should have at least 4 years of research experience, good management and communication skills and incredible attention to detail and getting it right. Please be skilled at juggling multiple stories and other responsibilities under deadline without sacrificing quality of work. Experience in flagging potential legal problems also important. Please email resume and cover letter to Rebecca.Jones@meredith.com or fax to 212 455 1348.

... that Clubplanet.com, the nation's largest online nightlife resource, is revamping its site and is in need of PAID freelance club/bar/lounge reviewers in the following cities: NYC, Austin, Dallas, Houston, Orlando, San Diego, Connecticut, Cleveland, and Minneapolis. If interested, send a funny, original writing sample (preferably a review) in the email text body to nightlifewriters@clubplanet.com with the name of your city in the subject header. Please mention Ed.

... that Black Enterprise Magazine is looking for a copy editor. Email your resume and cover letter to the HR department at careers@blackenterprise.com

... that USA WEEKEND Magazine, the second largest consumer magazine in the country located in McLean, Va., is looking for an associate editor to conceive, assign, edit and write stories, as well as project manage for. Candidate must have a minimum of three years editorial experience with clip file and demonstrated reporting experience in broad range of general interest topics. Familiarity with fact finding resources (internet and others). Knowledge of Quark desirable. Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work in a team environment as well as independently on a wide range of assignments and projects. Magazine experience a plus.

... that VietSalon magazine, a trade magazine owned by Torrance, Calif.-based Bobit Business Media, is on the hunt for bilingual graphic designers and editors who can fluently speak both Vietnamese and English. The fast-growing magazine will be going bimonthly in 2007 and needs enthusiastic staff to help make this happen. You'd be working with a great team of friendly editors and designers. For more information on the magazine, check out www.viet-salon.com. To apply, e-mail a cover letter and resume to superjobs@bobit.com. (Do NOT mention Ed.)

Ed hears, internship-wise...

... that Vibe Vixen is looking for 1 - 2 beauty interns to start asap. Intern responsibilities include maintaining and organizing the beauty closet, requesting products for stories, coordinating products for photo shoots, maintaining filing cabinet, conducting trendspotting and research. Candidates should be highly organized, able to juggle multiple tasks, and possess strong writing skills and a proven interest in beauty and women's magazines. Must be able to work minimum 2 days per week. Send resumes to Baze Mpinja / bmpinja@vibevixen.com. No phone calls, please.

... that BlackBook magazine is looking for a few good editorial interns. Lots of writing opportunities abound. Must be savvy about pop culture, able to commit to 2-3 full days a week, and must be reliable! Email your resume (and clips if you have them) to jess@blackbookmag.com.

... that Sweetspot.ca, Canada’s sweetest trend-spotting website, is looking for an unpaid, editorial intern in Toronto. If you had to count the number of times you’re asked about your clothes or jewellery on any given day, you’d be one busy lady. And let’s face it, between checking out the latest it-spots and breaking into the world of journalism, you just don’t have the time. What you need is a fabulous job that’ll help you get the trendy word out while gaining some serious written-word experience. Well, you’re in luck. That’s because Sweetspot.ca, Canada’s sweetest trend-spotting website, is expanding and we’re on the hunt for a talented editorial intern. So if you’re looking for the chance to explore all that’s sweet in fashion, food, health, home d?cor and beauty… And if you’re a journalism student looking to gain experience writing witty, concise copy, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your resume to jobs@sweetspot.ca

... that Shecky's, a lifestyle and media company, is looking for fall interns for their NYC office (must be able to work the entire duration of the semester). Interns should be able to work two to three days a week from 10am-6pm (you will receive a small daily stipend as well as course credit—if needed). Responsibilities include heavy fact-checking, research, uploading to our site, and assisting the editors with administrative tasks. Please e-mail your resume and a cover letter detailing why you would be a good candidate to bri@sheckys.com. No attachments. No phone calls. Please put INTERN in the subject of the e-mail. (OK to mention Ed)

... that LA-based Feedback Magazine (which focuses on fashion, beauty, celebrities, and current political issues but as the name suggests, it is guided by its readers' opinions and insights) is looking for interns. Currently working on becoming multimedia, this magazine is launching a website that integrates print with online media to create multiple platforms for their audience to state their thoughts. This is a rare hands-on opportunity for someone who has a passion to learn and work in the fast-paced world of publishing and new media. Interns will work on such tasks as: Learning reporting techniques; Collecting information and working with different sources; Assisting with and writing news or feature stories, including conducting interviews; Copy-editing and proof-reading; and Assisting with editing and working with contributors; Producing and collecting graphic materials; Helping to create new additions to the website; Grassroots promotion campaigns. Specifically, we are looking for candidates who possess: ?Excellent written and oral communication skills; The ability to work under heavy deadlines and pressure; The ability to multi-task and take direction; A positive and "solution first" attitude; Editorial experience preferred, but not necessary; Any web-based or new media experience a plus. ??Send cover letter and resume to Dawn Beveridge at dawn@thefeedbackmagazine.com. Please specify the internship position you are applying for.

... that ShopWiki.com, a recently launched comparison-shopping search engine with wiki functionality, is looking for editorial interns for the fall semester. Who we're looking for: smart, tech-savvy writers. The ideal candidate is passionate about the Internet, spends the majority of his or her time online and knows all the tricks to finding what s/he wants on the Web. You should be able to piece together complex, sometimes boring information from numerous sources to create useful guides that will appear on our website. We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, and can handle multiple tasks. Only apply if you are hardworking and want to learn the ins and outs of a startup Web company and have interest in writing, editing, and researching. Knowledge of HTML is helpful, but not required. Must be comfortable on a Mac and have a good phone manner. Hours and days are flexible. Compensation is college credit and a small stipend. Please email resume and cover letter to: allison@shopwiki.com (Official Ed2010 posting)

... that The CollegeBound Network is looking for fall editorial interns, for college credit. Great opportunity for bylined clips online, and a real-deal, hands-on writing/editing experience for our several online sites. Specific editorial duties include writing articles, researching potential story topics, proofreading and editing, maintaining our MySpace page, podcasting projects, and other cool techie/editorial initiatives. In addition, learn search engine optimization copywriting techniques -- a very resume-friendly skill these days. Please send your resume to Dawn Papandrea, Managing Editor: dawn@collegebound.net. OK to mention Ed.

... that The Golfer magazine is looking to hire a part-time design intern for the Fall Semester. Must be proficient in Quark Xpress, Photoshop and Dreamweaver. Duties will include preparing images for printing, designing pages, calling in photography, as well as some basic web design and maintenance. College credit and a modest stipend are available for the right candidate. Please send a brief cover letter and resume to kseniya@thegolfermag.com.

... that House Beautiful Magazine is looking for a Decorating/Editorial Department intern for the fall semester. Location: Hearst Tower, 300 West 57th St. NYC. Job Description; To assist the Decorating Department Editors. This includes calling in the selected props and product for photography, returning samples, gathering credit information, organizing material for our house scouting meetings, assisting on the occasional photo shoot and providing general administrative assistance for the Decorating Editors at the magazine. This internship offers a close look at the inner workings of a how shelter magazines work. Qualifications: Very organized, takes initiative, resourceful, a team player. Salary: none but college credit in return. Hours: two-three days a week for each week of the fall semester. Application instructions: please submit resume and cover letter to Anne Collins at aecollins@hearst.com.

... that REDBOOK is still accepting internship applications for the Fall 2006 semester to work on our Win it! sweepstake page. We're looking for a college junior or senior, or a graduate student who is organized, independent, and eager to learn. We need someone who can handle multiple tasks simultaneously and follow them through to completion. Meticulous attention to detail is also critical. Ideally, the student will be available two to three full days per week (from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.) and must receive college credit for the internship. Interested and qualified candidates should e-mail a cover letter and resume (within the body of the e-mail) to Lindsey Palmer at lpalmer@hearst.com by Wednesday, September 13.

... that Quick & Simple's fashion department is seeking organized and energetic interns to begin ASAP!! We're a new national women's weekly magazine from Hearst (we celebrated our one-year this August!) so this is a great opportunity for a hands-on experience with a start-up magazine. Interns will work with side by side with our fashion director and have the chance to research trends, pitch story ideas, attend press events and photo shoots. Other responsibilities include filing press releases, organizing the fashion closet, calling in and returning samples. All candidates must be eligible to receive school credit and should be available to work 2-3 days a week. Please send resume, cover letter and availability to ksica@hearst.com (OK to mention Ed!)

... that Quick & Simple is still looking for a dynamic design intern to help create our new website. This is a wonderful opportunity to build your portfolio with a major publishing company and gain exposure to various facets of a website operation. Candidates must possess strong visual design skills and an interest in typography. Students should be able to create Flash files and be proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Basic code skills (HTML, JavaScript, etc.) are a plus. This is an unpaid internship so students must be able receive school credit. Please send all resumes and cover letters to Brenda Schmerl at bschmerl@hearst.com (OK to mention Ed!)

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