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1. WWD
Memo Pad
By Irin Carmon and Stephanie D. Smith
April 24, 2007
http://www.wwd.com/memopad/article/115167

BLURRING THE LINES?: Magazines and other traditional media have leapt upon Web video, in part to maximize advertising opportunities. But Marie Claire's new podcast series, "The Masthead With Marie Claire," has raised questions about whether ethical guidelines separating advertising and editorial apply in the digital realm. The video podcasts, which are produced in collaboration with Podshow.com and boast impressive production values and "Devil Wears Prada"-esque flourish, are sponsored by Unilever with occasional chipping in by Diesel as "patron."

WOMEN OF HONOR: Joan Didion isn't much for keeping in touch, so she was surprised to be recognized for greatness in communications. The author was honored at the Matrix Awards Monday afternoon at the Waldorf-Astoria in New York. Didion, who was presented with her award by Nora Ephron, commented on the irony of accepting an award on communication when she herself doesn't communicate. Case in point: Didion, in her brief remarks, told the crowd that sending an e-mail to her was like sending it "into a well."

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2. Gawker.com
Letters To 'Interview': Isn't It Ironic?
By staff
April 24, 2007
http://gawker.com/news/they-get-letters/letters-to-interview-isnt-it-ironic-254831.php

Some hefty competition for stupidest letter of the month in the current Interview. Although an epistle about Amy Winehouse came close ("Any woman who can write a whole song about refusing to go to rehab and sound like Shirley Bassey is all right in my book! I'm eager to hear the music") came close, we feel that the item at right (click to enlarge) best represents the passel of feeble-minded cretins who take the time to express their slavish approval of the magazine's third-grade-level hagiographies.

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3. Gawker.com
Ye Waverly Inn, Now With Less Mouse Crap
By staff
April 24, 2007
http://gawker.com/news/the-rich/ye-waverly-inn-now-with-less-mouse-crap-254771.php

“Charmingly disheveled," a touch of "mildew buildup"—never has a restaurant shared as many qualities with one of its owners as is the case with the Waverly Inn and Vanity Fair doge Graydon Carter. Today's Times yanks the reader by the tassles of his Belgian loafers into the gritty reality that is the Waverly Inn's hygiene situation. The conclusion: Meh, kinda dirty. In March, the restaurant failed a health inspection, garnering 38 voilation points in the DOH’s book. But, as Eric Konigsberg reports, "the Waverly Inn was reinspected by the city on Thursday, and passed this time, with a score of 22 points." That's still 9 points above average but good enough for a pass. A little less mouse excreta goes a long way. But today's write-up is less notable for who it names than for who it benefits.

Graydon seems the chief beneficiary, earning some free press for a non-story and reminding the Times readership that he was once very funny with bons mots like, "Maybe you'll see the Waverly cat there at some point. Then we get a children's book out of it down the road." But the guy getting the real help here is Eric Konigsberg.

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4. Mediabistro Fishbowl NY
Rosie Goes 'No Bullsh*t' at Matrix Awards
By staff
April 24, 2007
http://www.mediabistro.com/fishbowlny/media_events/rosie_goes_no_bullsht_at_matrix_awards_57684.asp#more

The last place we'd expect to hear the "f" word is the New York Women in Communications Matrix Awards but, thanks to emcee Rosie O'Donnell, the usually inspiring event had some cringe-inducing moments that raised more than a few eyebrows during Monday's lo-o-ng afternoon at the Waldorf. The View moderator did get some big laughs, though -- most notably when she recounted a conversation she'd had with presenter Martha Stewart about her stint in prison. In a pitch-perfect imitation of the domestic diva, O'Donnell recounted an exchange they'd had in which she asked Stewart what she missed most during her days in Alderson, West Virginia. The crowd erupted when O'Donnell deadpanned, "The taste of lemon. That's no bullshit. You couldn't write that in an SNL skit. That's real." The former "Queen of Nice" also garnered guffaws when she joked that Stewart had confided that she and her mogul-turned-astronaut boyfriend were "doing it on occasion."

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Whisper Jobs
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...that Lucky magazine is looking for an online Associate/Senior Associate Editor. This full-time freelancer will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of Lucky magazine's website, luckymag.com. Regular duties will include producing daily, weekly, and monthly content updates through the content management system, TeamSite; working with the online editor to come up with creative ideas for the site; light writing and edits (including newsletters and site homepage promotions); packaging and aggregating both repurposed and original content in the site archives; regularly updating the City Guides and Weekly Local Listings for 15 cities; coordination of site schedules and deadlines with the magazine editorial staff; and acting as a major participant in the upcoming site redesign. The ideal candidate will have at least three to five years of editorial experience, including work in an online environment; strong writing, editing, and web production skills; the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment; and experience/interest in fashion and beauty. If interested, submit a cover letter and resume to liz_humphreys@condenast.com.

...that a monthly regional publication for women is seeking an editor for its Savannah/Hilton Head edition, including coverage from Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, and Beaufort, S.C., to Savannah, Pooler, Richmond Hill, and the outlying islands. Candidates should have a minimum of two years editorial experience; excellent writing/editing skills; strong sense of style; and ability to function as part of a close-knit magazine staff. Duties include: researching/interviewing; writing bright, creative copy; coordinating photography; proofreading; working with graphic designer to prepare layout of the magazine. Must be highly organized and able to work under tight deadlines. Good benefits, opportunity for growth and exciting, fun-filled work. Please send resume and writing samples to: Aleigh Acerni, Skirt! Magazine, 1375 Chatham Parkway, Savannah, GA 31405 or aleigh.acerni@skirtmag.com. No phone calls please.

...that an upscale health and lifestyle magazine, with offices in Bergen County, NJ, seeks a deadline-driven staff health writer who can make his or her prose sing. Ideal candidates will have several years experience and be able to craft concise, engaging and authoritative articles on a wide variety of health topics. We offer a competitive salary and benefits program that includes a choice of health care plans, company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurance, and a 401K contribution with match plus summer hours. Contact personnel@wainscotmedia.com.

...that The African Magazine, a quarterly publication serving Africans from the Diaspora as well as non-Africans who have an interest in aspects of African life, is seeking smart and dedicated freelance writers with the keen ability to pitch story ideas and follow through on quarterly deadlines for the magazine and weekly deadlines for the magazine’s website. We are a small team of writers and editors dedicated to the company’s mission to expose the culture, concerns, art, and dreams of Africans living abroad. Requirements include: Good writing and editing skills. Ideal candidates will have the ability to be a team player, pitch innovative story ideas to our target audience, and share in the company’s mission. Though the magazine is based in New York, we are looking for writers in major Diaspora cities (New York, Atlanta, Maryland, Texas, Los Angeles, London, etc). Please send your resume, cover letter, and writing samples to abi@africanmag.com with the subject line “Freelance Writer." Writing positions are unpaid, but writers will gain exposure and the ability to compile and/or expand their portfolio. For more information on the magazine, visit our website: www.africanmag.com.

...that Tribune Interactive is looking for freelance writers and photographers in New York to generate listings and photos for a new local entertainment site called Metromix.com. Most of the work can be done out of office, at your own discretion. Requirements include 2+ years of experience as an editor, writer or photographer (print and online mediums—college publications included), the ability to write quickly, accurately and succinctly under tight deadlines, and a familiarity with and knowledge of nightlife and local events and places of interest to 18-to 34-year-olds in New York City and the Hamptons. Experience in database entry and management is also a plus. To apply, please go to www.tribjobs.com and submit your information—the job ID # is 3764. OK to mention Ed.

...that a young editor who writes a new beauty blog may be looking for writers for a bigger project that’s in the pipeline. If you’re interested, drop her a line at missmalcontent@gmail.com. Check out the blog at http://missmalcontent.blogspot.com.

...that Julib.com, a luxury lifestyle e-zine, is currently seeking submissions from freelance writers and reporters and contributing editors with insider knowledge of any of the following markets: New York, Los Angeles, Paris, London, Chicago, Miami, San Francisco, Dallas, and Boston. Julib.com also regularly publishes a travel issue covering destinations worldwide. We're looking for contributors who know what's going on and can get the scoop in any of these markets when it comes to new restaurants, new stores, fashion, beauty, design, and lifestyle in general. Did we mention that you need to be the kind of writer who scoffs at the words atmosphere, fashionista, sassy, classy and the like? Well, we just did. If you understand where we're coming from and can offer smart and opinionated prose in a lighthearted manner with a healthy dose of attitude, then we welcome you to e-mail us. Send your pitches and at least two writing samples or links to writers@julib.com.

Internships

...that iVillage.com is looking for a hard-working, enthusiastic intern to join its entertainment team in NYC. Do you scour celebrity magazines like it’s your job? Spend hours on gossip Web sites and keep tabs on whether Britney is in or out of rehab? You may be perfect for this internship. You will be responsible for keeping the channel homepage and topic pages current, updating our various trackers, like Wedding Tracker and Celebrity Baby Tracker. You will also update various links throughout the day as needed and help size celebrity photos. Minimal transcribing and administrative tasks may be assigned. Depending on experience and writing ability, we may ask you to work on a variety of our blogs, including the potential to write TV show recaps. Again, depending on skill level, there may be additional opportunities to pitch and write. This is a fabulous opportunity for a talented college junior or senior who is looking to pursue a career in entertainment journalism. All internships are unpaid and candidates must be able to receive school credit for their work. Please email cover letter and resume to Lindsey.unterberger@nbcuni.com. Please also submit to campusrelationsec@nbcuni.com. OK to mention ED.

...that Details magazine is looking for Summer and Fall 2007 interns for the fashion department (the summer internship starts at the end of May/beginning of June; the fall internship starts at end of August/beginning of September.) Internship is unpaid and the intern MUST receive college credit or other school support. Looking for interns who can spend 2.5+ days per week at our office (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.) in New York. Responsibilities include maintaining fashion closet, various fashion-related projects and going on photo shoots. Please note: this is NOT a writing position. Interns must be organized, responsible, and able to multi-task. Interest in men's fashion is a MUST. To apply please send resume and availability to micah_johnson@condenast.com with INTERNSHIP in the subject line. OK to mention Ed.

...that Good Housekeeping, a Hearst Corporation magazine, is looking for a summer photo intern and an intern for the Fall 2007 semester. The atmosphere is fun, relaxed, and very educational. Interns will learn about the daily activities of a large-scale magazine. This includes publishing, photo editing, photo research, and photo shoots (and much more). Interns will be primarily responsible for helping the photo team do research. However, interns will also be able to visit the in-house studio and go to photo shoots with the editors. In addition, the photo intern will assist the editors in various administrative tasks including contact with photographers worldwide. This is a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the media industry and to gain experience working for a large media conglomerate. The intern must be able to work 3 days a week for school credit only (no pay). We can be flexible with summer schedules. Contact ghartfreelancer2@hearst.com for more information or to set up an interview.

...that Lexicon Consulting, Inc., a custom publishing company located in Des Moines, Iowa, is looking for a freelance part-time (up to 20 hours per week) paid editorial intern who is organized, motivated, and hardworking. Lexicon works with a variety of clients to produce publications ranging from building and home design books to cultural, travel, and lifestyle magazines. The editorial intern’s duties may include researching, fact checking, generating story ideas, writing, proofreading, ordering and organizing digital images and film, and assisting with occasional administrative duties. If interested, please send a cover letter, resume, and clips to info@lexiconconsultinginc.com or Lexicon Consulting, 300 East Locust Street, Suite 230, Des Moines, IA 50309.

...that a contributing beauty/fashion writer is looking for an intern for a few mornings a week; time and days vary. Duties include occasionally logging in beauty and fashion items, returns to various fashion PR firms, some correspondence, scheduling, updating website, etc. If interested, please send an email to sparklygirl.nyc@gmail.com

...that Tango, a startup magazine about love and relationships, is looking for a full-time (with flexibility) summer editorial intern for 12 weeks. Our content is smart, candid, and thoughtful (think “Sex and the City” meets Oprah magazine), and has been featured across many media outlets, including CNN, Women’s Wear Daily, NPR, The Los Angeles Times, Fox News, and The Today Show. Intern will assist at shoots, fact-check, help market editor, and create original content for www.tangomag.com and Tango's e-newsletter, Tango Tease. Prior magazine experience and strong fact-checking skills preferred. We are a small magazine, so be prepared for some hands-on experience! Email careers@tangomag.com with cover letter and resume. Please put "Editorial Internship" in subject line. There is a small stipend for this internship.

...that Good Housekeeping magazine’s beauty department is looking for an extremely organized intern to start ASAP! You should be hardworking, confident and comfortable on the phone, and enthusiastic about beauty. Duties include: filing products and press releases, organizing the closet, calling in items for stories, researching beauty trends, and pitching story ideas. The internship is unpaid (but includes lots of free products and perks!) and you must be eligible for school credit. Contact Kim Daly at kdaly@hearst.com. OK to mention Ed.

...that Ladies’ Home Journal is looking for an unpaid fashion intern to start immediately through mid-summer. We are looking for someone who has knowledge and interest in the history of fashion to help us with a big project. Although this will be the primary job of this intern, they will also be assisting in some ongoing duties of the fashion and beauty departments. Please send resumes to Gabrielle.porcaro@meredith.com.

…that Glamour magazine is looking for a summer beauty intern to start in the next three weeks, who will be available no less than three full days a week. Must receive some sort of school credit. The ideal candidate will have a love for beauty as well as past beauty experience, and should be organized, detail-oriented, hard working, and enthusiastic. Please send resumes and cover letters to aggie_sygnarowicz@condenast.com. Please include your availability and start date as well. Candidates cannot intern at another magazine at the same time.

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