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Ed loves latkes with applesauce and sourcream
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And he’s counting down the days until he gets some eggnog!

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No news today, but lots of jobs!
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Whisper Jobs
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Ed hears ...

Jobs

...that MovieMaker.com, the online publication of MovieMaker Magazine, is looking for movie lovers to contribute short film reviews to our award-winning Web site. From the smallest art-house picture to the biggest Hollywood blockbuster, we want your opinion on today's new releases. Those interested in becoming MovieMaker.com contributors should send a short film review or writing sample (500 words or less) to Jennifer Straus at jens@moviemaker.com. A byline will be provided. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Venus Zine, a quarterly, internationally circulated magazine that focuses on women in music, film, fashion, art and DIY culture, seeks a DIY section editor to start in late winter/early spring 2007. This is a work-from-home freelance position. The qualified candidate will have experience as a published writer and editor in addition to a creative, crafty sensibility. The ideal candidate will have oodles of how-to project ideas (for home decorating, accessory-making, etc.) and will be familiar with the DIY/indie craft scene. The DIY editor will need to be able to work approximately 35-40 hours per quarter, be in charge of 10-15 pages per issue and oversee a team of freelance writers. The DIY editor also is expected to write some of the section?s stories in addition to a regular ?From the Desk of..." column that features a series of blurbs about cool DIY products. You must own a reliable computer and Internet connection to apply. We?re looking for candidates who live in anywhere in the U.S. Because the majority of this job requires e-mail communication with writers, we are seeking an excellent communicator who is able to advise writers who have various skill sets. This position pays a per-issue contributor?s fee and does not include benefits. Please send cover letter, resume and three to five relevant writing samples to Venus Zine Editor Amy Schroeder at amy@venuszine.com. Please, no follow-up phone calls. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Venus Zine is also looking for a New York-based fashion editor to start in late winter/early spring 2007. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, organizer and trouble-shooter, has experience in the fashion industry as an editor or stylist, has contacts with fashion companies and has a good eye for excellent photography. The fashion editor is in charge of six to 10 pages per issue, recruiting and managing a crew for each fashion shoot that includes the photographer, stylist, models and makeup/hair person and communicating with Venus Zine?s publisher about including key brands in shoots. This position pays a per-issue contributor?s fee and does not include benefits. Please send cover letter, resume and image samples and/or links to online work/portfolios to co-publisher Anne Brindle at anne@venuszine.com or via mail at Anne Brindle, Venus Zine, 2000 N. Racine, suite 3400, Chicago, IL 60614. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Niche Media is looking for a fact checker. Must have 1 - 2 years'editorial research experience and demonstrated written ability. Email resume and cover letter, including salary requirements to: jobs@nichemediallc.com.

Internships

...that MovieMaker Magazine is currently accepting applications for its winter and spring 2007 internship program in New York City, working directly with the editor. Applicants must possess superior communication skills--both written and verbal-?and have an interest in movies and/or moviemaking. Basic Microsoft Office and Internet skills required; InDesign, Filemaker and HTML skills a plus. A monthly stipend of $100 is provided and college credit is available. Prospective applicants must be committed to working 15 hours per week during regular office hours. Interested applicants must submit each of the following for consideration: cover letter, resume and brief writing sample. Resumes submitted without each of the required elements will not move forward in the review process. Materials should be submitted via e-mail, mail or fax to the attention of Jennifer Wood, Editor. E-mail: jobs@moviemaker.com; Fax: 212/766-4102. Mailing address: 121 Fulton Street, Fifth Floor, New York, NY 10038. No phone calls, please.

...that Rowing News, the magazine of rowing, is looking for interns in our Lebanon, NH office. Possible intern duties include story research, maintenance of and opportunities to write for the Web site, grass roots marketing initiatives and general office work. Candidates must have strong communication skills, the ability to take initiative on projects and the desire to work hard. Rowing knowledge is a plus but not necessary. Apply by emailing a cover letter, resume and clips (if interested in writing) to Kathleen Oscadal at koscadal@rowingnews.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that CosmoGIRL! is looking for energetic fall interns to work in the fashion dept. You need to be very organized and dedicated and LOVE fashion. The opportunity is for immediate/spring semester availability and at least 2-3 days a week. Please send a resume and a quick paragraph describing why you would be the perfect candidate to Erica at esaylor@hearst.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Women's Wear Daily is looking for interns to start as soon as possible, to work on their Spring/Summer Ultimate Accessories Guide. Interns would assist the fashion assistant by handling the trafficking of expensive samples, corresponding with PR companies, assisting on shoots and performing general administrative duties. WWD can only accept current students who can receive school credit for this internship. Contact Martha.Horan@fairchildpub.com. (OK to mention Ed)

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