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******* Is Bonnie Fuller getting ready to make a quick getaway? Sources say the American Media Inc. editorial director has been quietly making inquiries in hopes of finding a new job. "She's making calls to friends at major publishers to learn if there's any interest in her services," says one source. Another notes that Fuller, who's been at AMI since 2003, has recently been in touch with an executive placement firm. Fuller, via a spokesman, calls those claims "bullshit." But there's no question life has been getting uncomfortable for her—or as uncomfortable as it can get for someone who receives $2 million a year to oversee exclamation mark placement. Joe Dolce, who has served as Fuller's deputy in charge of Star since her arrival, is leaving the company in a few weeks. His replacement, Candace Trunzo, is a longtime tabloid hand rather than a handpicked Fuller hire. Though AMI chairman David Pecker has insisted there's no truth to rumors that Star will relocate operations to Boca Raton, Florida (where AMI has its corporate headquarters), Trunzo's family is there, and she has told Star staffers she has no plans to move to New York permanently. "Everyone expects there's going to be layoffs and movement," says one insider. If you're thinking that Fuller's contract will keep her pinned down, think again. Though her new three-year deal, signed last summer, has not yet been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission—the spokesman says it will be filed when the company makes its long-overdue restatement of fiscal 2006 earnings—the previous contract required only that she give 30 days notice before quitting. MORE ONLINE
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A former Army scientist named by investigators as a "person of interest" in the 2001 anthrax attacks, Dr. Steven Hatfill, has settled his $10 million libel suit against Vanity Fair and Reader's Digest after the two magazines agreed to retract any implication that the bioweapons specialist was behind the deadly anthrax mailings. A statement issued today by a lawyer for Dr. Hatfill, Hassan Zavareei, said the case "has now been resolved to the mutual satisfaction of all the parties." He did not indicate whether any money changed hands. A spokeswoman for Reader's Digest, Ellen Morgenstern, confirmed the settlement, but she would not elaborate. "All I can tell you is we're very satisfied with the results. I can't get into any detail," she said. A call seeking comment from Vanity Fair's parent company, Cond? Nast Publications, was not immediately returned. MORE ONLINE
3. Gawker
Well, you've heard today from those who swear that each and every letter you read in a magazine has come directly from a reader (albeit one more than likely serving time on the orders of the state). Now, let's take a look at the other, more believable side. After the jump, voluminous evidence that certain publications—some of which you even read—play fast and loose with their letter section. When I interned at Stuff, it was common practice for interns to write a large portion of the letters to the editor. We rarely had enough letters from people who weren't fucking insane prison inmates to fill the space, so somebody had to do it. This was the case at another mag I worked at, as well (not going to name names on that one though). I always assumed fake letters to the editor were commonplace. And apparently I was right. I spent a couple of years editing the letters column of a major magazine, and let me tell you...it wasn't easy filling the space with pity and cogent missives. Let's face it: people are idiots. MORE ONLINE
4. WWD
Monocle, the comeback title for Tyler Br?l?, has been launched on both sides of the Atlantic and is most likely the only magazine out there with a Japanese naval helicopter pilot on the front cover and a Gucci men's wear ad on the back. In between — and on four types of paper stock — the magazine tackles the "semiotics" of Iranian president's Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's wardrobe and sits down for a Q&A with Chile's finance minister Andres Velasco, "the most handsome finance minister out there," joked Br?l?, editor in chief, chairman and founder. The magazine — which has a cover price of $10 and looks more like a literary or foreign affairs review — also features stories ranging from second-generation Italian hip-hop to D?sseldorf's vending machine trade fair and the quirky English bookshop Barter Books in Northumberland. On the product front, Monocle zeroes in on a humble Wisconsin moccasin maker and a Japanese company that's segued from samurai swords to golf clubs to Roger Vivier's python sandals. There's even a Manga-style comic book with product placement from Prada and Audi stuffed into the back of the magazine. The initial circulation target is 100,000, with 10 issues per year. The goal is to boost circulation to 250,000 over the next three years. In tandem with the magazine, Br?l? is launching a Web site with plans for a Web content alliance between the International Herald Tribune (where Br?l? will become a columnist in early March) and Monocle, although an IHT spokeswoman said the details were still being hammered out. Br?l? said the first issue drew more than $1 million in advertising from a mix of fashion, finance and luxury goods companies including Gucci, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, UBS, Cathay Pacific, Mandarin Hotels and Panasonic. 1. Jossip Breaking: Publisher Joe Landry Out at Out By Jossip Staff 2/27/07 http://www.jossip.com/gossip/out-magazine/breaking-publisher-joe-landry-out-at-out-20070227.php In the biggest staff shakeup since Aaron Hicklin took over Out – the gay magazine with straight people on the cover – exclusive word arrives from fagala cousin Queerty that publisher Joe Landry is out the door. And he's headed for BlackBook. You know, the magazine where Hicklin was just editor. But from what we understand, his exit was a long time coming. As our same-sex-inclined cuz explains: MORE ONLINE
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One bedroom is available for rent in a 2 bedroom Upper East Side walk-up. Rent is just $800 a month, and it's ready for move-in RIGHT NOW. The room also comes fully furnished (if you want the furniture) and includes an air-conditioner. Only those serious about moving in right away should call 212-522-9897. The lease ends June 1st, but whoever moves in will be able to take over the lease. This lease has been passed down from editorial assistant to editorial assistant for the past four years.
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...that Worth International Media Group in Miami Lakes, a full-service custom publishing firm, is looking for a managing editor to oversee numerous consumer and trade publications and directories. Duties include assigning, editing, some writing, working with clients and with production and art department through delivery of project. Manage workflow. Develop online content and collateral material. Work with sales staff on new concepts and presentations. Knowledge of InDesign is a must; Spanish a plus. Email resume to rosy@worthit.com. ...that there is an editorial assistant position open at Prevention, assisting the executive editor. Contact is Rodale HR. Do NOT mention Ed. ...that a pop culture mag seeks an editorial assistant. This is a great job for someone who has a passion for pop culture and is eager to be part of a tight-knit and fast-paced editorial department. Duties include: Assisting managing editor in administrative and day-to-day functions of the magazine. Assisting senior staff by answering phones, transcribing, fact checking, maintaining release calendars and schedules, assisting with correspondence, as well as pitching stories and idea development. The ideal candidate is obsessed with the subject material, organized, detail-oriented, with excellent administrative skills, editorial know-how, and polite phone manner. Requirements: 4 year college degree, 1-2 years professional experience. Please email a cover letter and resume to magspublisher@yahoo.com. Also, please specify the title of the position you are applying for and where you saw the posting. (OK to mention Ed) ...that IgoUgo.com, a leading online travel community and emerging brand of Travelocity, is seeking an entry-level editor to review and rate incoming user-generated content, assist with member communication and email content coordination, and research the site for top reviews, photos, and members on a weekly basis. The ideal candidate has strong editing and writing skills, familiarity with the Internet and basic HTML, an aptitude for multitasking, and an interest in travel. Please register for the site and create a travel journal with at least two reviews, as well as applying online, and include a link to your journal in your cover letter. Attach your resume and cover letter to this online job application. Please note that this job is contract-to-hire. EDUCATION: Bachelor degree or equivalent; EXPERIENCE: Minimum 1 year of related experience; Good communication skills; Excellent writing and editing skills and sound working knowledge of current web content development practices. Apply online at www.travelocity.com/jobs, click on "jobs" from the left-side menu and scroll through the job titles or peform a keyword search. Internships ...that Field & Stream magazine (located at 33rd Street and Park Avenue in New York) is seeking an editorial intern to work two days a week, starting as soon as possible. Intern will assist editors with fact-checking, research and other projects as they come up. Must be organized and detail-oriented. Some editorial experience is required. Interest in hunting and/or fishing is helpful though not necessary. Pays $10 per hour for a 14-hour week. The internship runs through May. Email resume and cover letter to managing editor Jean McKenna at fs@time4.com. (OK to mention Ed) ...that California Home + Design magazine, a national publication that focuses on architecture, interior design and the visual arts throughout California, located in downtown San Francisco is looking for interns to provide support for editorial staff in the areas of research, copy-editing, fact checking and some writing. Interns are provided the opportunity to learn about the publishing industry in the area of editorial and see the process of a monthly publication from conception to press. Looking for undergrad and graduate students who have basic editing and reporting skills. The candidate must have an eye for detail and attention to accuracy, as well as being able to work under deadlines. Interest in design or architecture is preferred. Although this is an unpaid position, the job will involve a lot of on-site training and will give great experience for anyone wanting to work in this field. College credit may be possible. Work schedules are flexible, but the successful candidate must commit to a minimum of 20 hours per week for a four-month duration. Contact Erin Feher, efeher@chdmag.com. ...that The Advocate is looking for an intern in their Los Angeles office to take up regular news writing duties for the Web site each day. Interns should be available at least two of the following three days each week: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. You may also pitch stories for the print edition, sit in on editorial meetings, and help out as part of the team. The position is available this semester. Please apply soon! (don't mention ed.) Send your resume and cover letter to Christin Dennis, HR Director, christin.dennis@planetoutinc.com.
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