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Ed has a habit of obsessively re-reading his emails after he sends them. Is that weird?
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Only 2 slots left for EdSchool presents: How to get freelance work (and end up on staff if you want to!)
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Mag freelancer and teacher Eric Butterman and Ed2010 present a 5-week super-intensive course on freelance pitching and writing. Only a few spots remain because of the 15-student limit, plenty of personal attention. Learn how to write the best email pitches possible, be good on the phone and sell stories (one student sold $3,000 in freelance stories while still in the class--we're not kidding). About Eric: He's been an editor on staff at Folio: and Travel Agent magazine, and has written for Glamour, Men's Fitness and countless other titles.

Classes are Wednesdays April 4th-May 2nd, 7-9pm at The Manhattan Theatre Club, The Creative Center, 311 West 43rd Street (near 8th Ave.)

Cost: $285

To sign up: RSVP to freelance@ed2010.com is REQUIRED. You'll get an email back with the PayPal URL.

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Ed’s Spring Intern Party
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Ed knows interns are stressing big time from finals, group projects, and—above all—the job/internship search. So on Wednesday, April 12th at 6 p.m., he's unwinding with cheap drinks at Finnerty's Irish Pub for Ed's Spring Intern Party, and he wants you to come! Special guest will be Lindsey Pollak, who just published the book "Getting From College to Career: 90 Things to Do Before You Join the Real World." Lindsey will spill her secrets on the Real World and bring copies of her book.

Don't worry if you're under 21—Ed cleared it with the manager and all are welcome. Editors and interns: Spread the word to any other intern-types you know!

WHO: NYC magazine interns (and candidate-seeking editors are especially welcome!)
WHAT: Ed's Spring Intern Party
FEATURING: Lindsey Pollak, author of "Getting From College to Career"
WHEN: Wednesday, April 12th, 6-8pm
WHERE: Finnerty's Irish Pub, 2nd Ave. between 13th & 14th

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Boston Ed2010 Chapter
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Hey Beantowners! Ed's looking for a new host or hostess to lead Boston’s Ed2010 group. If you’re interested or just want to know what the job entails, e-mail Emily@ed2010.com.

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News
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1. MediaWeek
GH Puts a New Spin on Service, Adds More Fashion
By Lucia Moses
4/2/07
http://www.mediaweek.com/mw/news/recent_display.jsp?vnu_content_id=1003565789

With 121 years of history behind it, Good Housekeeping stands as an icon of American homemaking. Its venerable Good Housekeeping Research Institute has advised generations of women on everything from crib safety to microwave oven use. Like other traditional women’s magazines, though, the Hearst Magazines monthly has been challenged to stay current as women’s lifestyle titles have blossomed and other service magazines have modernized.

With the May issue due out April 10, editor in chief Rosemary Ellis seeks to do just that, with broad content and design changes.

“The magazine’s successful,” said Ellis, who took the helm in July 2006. “But we did do several things we think will make it feel fresher, more relevant. We wanted to reach out to people who don’t read the magazine or think of it as something their mothers read and is something they shouldn’t read.”

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2. WWD
Memo Pad: Checking In
By Stephanie D. Smith
4/2/07
http://www.wwd.com/memopad/article/114477

How does a MySpace-obsessed former teen magazine editor become qualified enough to muse on forbes.com about business? Perhaps through entertaining statements such as: "My corporate sugar daddy gave me a lot of cool things: a car and driver, a clothing allowance and a sick expense account. But I also had to pretend I was excited making love to an old man every night." Former Seventeen editor in chief Atoosa Rubenstein clearly was speaking metaphorically in referring to her former job in her first column for the Forbes Web site, which was on innovation in the digital realm. More thoughts on business are to come: She has signed on as a regular contributor to forbes.com's op-ed section. A spokeswoman for Rubenstein said she planned to contribute approximately every other week to the site. "What I especially value about Atoosa is that her voice is a fresh and original one that resonates strongly with a large and important audience," said forbes.com executive editor David Andelman. "It is very much the Forbes tradition to surprise and delight. We expect Atoosa to fulfill that in her every contribution."

Meanwhile, Rubenstein will be honored by the Advertising Women of New York in its inaugural Changing the Game awards recognizing women who, according to AWNY president Arlene Manos, "have seen the path before the rest of us, reinvented themselves or their companies or made an educated leap of faith that has paid off." The organization singled out Rubenstein for taking the risk of leaving her job at Seventeen to start up her own teen-focused consultancy. Rubenstein will receive the award on May 2 in New York.

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3. WWD
Memo Pad: Tough Critic
By Stephanie D. Smith
4/2/07
http://www.wwd.com/memopad/article/114477

When it comes to critiquing fashion, New York Times scribe Cathy Horyn has nothing on the unfiltered Kanye West. The rapper/producer takes swipes at hoodies, three-piece suits and actors Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson in urban fashion magazine Complex, penning the "Fashion Beatdowns" column in its April/May issue. West wrote the column for nearly two years between early 2004 and late 2005, but returned for the magazine's fifth anniversary edition. A self-declared fashion innovator who is said to be working on a clothing line, West declares several trends dead and evaluates celebrity style of some red-carpet standbys. He declares the "grown and sexy" look is over — "Enough already with the f---ing three-piece suit," he writes. "No more open bow ties stuck perfectly on your shirt with your vest!" However, West said, "Gray jeans are the end-all-be-all right now. Dior pants in general — last year, Dior annihilated the game." Designers also get West's streetwise valuations: "The Alexander McQueen bomber leather: straight drug dealer status," he said of the jacket he wears in one of his spreads. The issue hits stands April 10.

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4. WWD
Memo Pad: Rush to the Sun
By Rebecca Kleinman
4/2/07
http://www.wwd.com/memopad/article/114477?page=1

The Miami media scene is finally waking up to the city's building boom, and most new players are vying for the luxury market. New York-based cable and Web channel Plum TV, for example, plans to launch in Miami Beach as part of a $20 million expansion funded by private investors, many with South Florida ties such as Jimmy Buffett and Chris Blackwell, founder of Island Records.

"There's excitement in Miami, and our advertisers appreciate access to locals or tourists with disposable incomes," said David Kuhn, director of new operations, who spent March in Miami securing Channel 5 on Atlantic Broadband to reach 100,000 subscribers, hiring an eventual staff of 12 and producing enough local content for a May debut.

Meanwhile Modern Luxury, a Los Angeles-based publishing group with 25 titles, including Angeleno, leased office space in Miami's Design District to gear up for Miami magazine's premiere September/October issue. Publisher Leslie Wolfson, a Miami native who served for more than a decade as co-publisher of The Ocean Drive Media Group in Miami Beach, said the magazine will appear bimonthly until next year in printings of 50,000 copies that will be mailed to wealthy zip codes and distributed at upscale businesses. Since the average reader of the company's other titles is 41 years old with a median income of $300,000, Miami falls right in line, according to Wolfson. Richard Martin, former editor in chief of Complex in New York, has signed on as editor in chief.

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EdAd
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Looking to sublet an unfurnished room in a furnished apartment for April and May 2007. $1250; 51st and 8th Ave. Wifi, DVR, all amenities included. I am interning, bartending and taking art classes. Looking for someone chill and fun! Please e-mail Julie at juliereneewilliams@gmail.com.

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Whisper Jobs
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Ed hears ...

...that Cond? Nast Traveler is no longer accepting r?sum?s for the assistant editor opening.

...that BLK’s Blog, Brown Girl Swagger, seeks hip, intelligent, flavorful and opinionated bloggers for our array of categories, or who have other ideas that are relevant to ALL WOMEN OF COLOR (Asian, Arab, Indian, Black, Latina, Native American, etc.) If you need an outlet but don't have the time to maintain a blog or are just looking for a platform, then this might be the opportunity for you. Qualifications: Ideal candidate will be able to write quick witted, sophisticated and relevant pieces tailored to young women of color ages 21-35 in a succinct fashion. Compensation: Flat fee per quarter. Please send a brief bio and a writing sample (at least three paragraphs or 250 words) to editor@blkgrl.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that there may be an opening for a junior web designer/production assistant at Teen Vogue Online. Do NOT mention Ed.

Internships

...that Time Out New York Kids magazine is looking for summer interns. Internships require a minimum commitment of three days per week and are very hands-on, so previous student media or internship experience is strongly preferred. Responsibilities include researching and writing listings and other items for the website, fact-checking, calling in products and occasionally writing items for the print edition of the magazine. Please send cover letter, resume and writing samples to Carolyn Juris, senior associate editor, at cjuris@timeoutny.com. No phone calls, please. (OK to mention Ed)

...that BLK GRL is expanding and currently in need of a hip, energetic intern to help out on two MAJOR projects until mid-July. Ideal candidate will be able to contribute 18-20 hours a week and can work remotely and should have a laptop (a Mac is preferred). We are a company of two. We need someone who is serious minded, detail oriented, resourceful and great with research as that is a large part of the position. Should have a genuine interest in PUBLISHING, FASHION, BLOGGING, ART AND GRAPHIC DESIGN AND COORDINATING SPECIAL EVENTS. Payment will be a lunch allowance and transportation. At the commencement of the internship a stipend will be paid (amount discussed at interview) and letter for college credit. Please send a RESUME (if you do not have a resume please write a brief statement outlining any pertinent skills that would contribute to this position) and a small bio, as well as your availability and a CONTACT NUMBER, to editor@blkgrl.com. Solicitations without the requested information will be disregarded without further consideration. (OK to mention Ed)

...that The Democrat and Chronicle Newspaper's magazine department in Rochester, New York may be looking for an unpaid photo intern to do freelance editorial photography and other odd jobs. Have a good portfolio ready!

...that Cosmopolitan is looking for one or two new entertainment interns in our Santa Monica/Los Angeles office to start ASAP. The internship is unpaid and college course credit is required. We are looking for someone who can make at least a 6-9 month committment one to two full days a week (8-16 hours). We seek a highly motivated and meticulous candidate who is familiar with the entertainment industry, public relations and our magazine. Knowledge of MS Office and internet research skills are necessary. Responsibilities include updating spreadsheets/lists, phone calls and assisting the entertainment director. This internship is less focused on writing and slightly more focused on PR skills and being celeb savvy. Applicants must be up-to-date on entertainment news. Please do not apply if you do not meet these requirements. Email cover letters and resumes to jackie.cosmo@gmail.com. No phone calls. Application deadline is April 16. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Quick & Simple magazine is looking for an enthusiastic summer intern for their beauty department in New York City. The ideal candidate is extremely organized, personable, able to multi-task and proactive. Some responsibilities include: Calling in products for stories, researching stories, liaising with industry contacts, filing and organizing press releases and generating ideas. There will also be several opportunities for writing. School credit is mandatory for this unpaid internship. If interested, please send resumes to ajacksoncannady@hearst.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Shecky's, a lifestyle and media company, is looking for a design and photography intern for their NYC office. Must be able to work two to three days a week from 10am-6pm for the entire duration of the semester. This is a paid internship with a daily stipend, and a great opportunity to learn about magazine and web publishing, as well as earn course credit, if needed. Applicant should be proficient in Photoshop and Microsoft Office. Responsibilities include photo research, resizing and uploading photos and assisting the Design/Photo dept. with administrative tasks. Please email your resume and a cover letter detailing why you would be a good candidate to Alecia Reddick, alecia@sheckys.com. No phone calls. Please put DESIGN & PHOTO INTERN in the subject of the e-mail. MUST have sample work or portfolio. (OK to mention Ed)

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About Ed:
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