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******* Us Weekly, consumer advocate? That's the spin Wenner Media is putting on the title's decision to run a story this week calling out its competitors for misleading consumers. In the piece, "All the News That's Fake," Us Weekly points to recent issues of OK!, Life & Style, In Touch and Star and "corrects" headlines and accompanying stories in each magazine about celebrity breast augmentations, Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony breaking up, Brad Pitt wanting Jennifer Aniston back, and Katie Holmes talking about divorcing Tom Cruise. "The level of fabrication has reached a fever pitch that we needed to do something about it," said a spokesman for Wenner Media. "These headlines are completely egregious and misleading." So why not address its own mistakes while calling attention to the competition? "We do run corrections in the front of the magazine, and it happens in the regular course of news gathering," said the Wenner spokesman. But, he added, "We don't make up a headline." OK!, Life & Style, In Touch and Star stood by their stories when WWD called for comment, and a spokesman for Star further challenged the article. "I find it amusing that Us Weekly and [editor in chief] Janice Min thinks they are above all else in the celebrity category of weekly gossip magazines. How can she point fingers when [The New York Post's] Page Six had to run a retraction from picking up her stories in the last year?"
2. WWD
One of the May cover stars of Vanity Fair has a book deal, and it's not Leonardo DiCaprio. The Berlin Zoo has signed away international publishing rights to Knut, the baby polar bear who was digitally united with DiCaprio for the magazine's green issue, to Turtle Pond Publications. A spokeswoman declined to discuss the terms of the deal, but the chief executive officer of the Berlin Zoo said some of the proceeds would go to educational initiatives for the environment. Scholastic will publish the first Knut book, to be written by best-selling children's author Craig Hatkoff, this fall, and a Web site will follow next year.
3. WWD
In an unlikely pairing, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia is working with Costco to sell frozen and refrigerated food in Costco locations across the country. And while it's unlikely that Stewart will put her own spin on the Hungry Man dinner, the food line will start appearing in stores later this year or in early 2008. Chief executive officer Susan Lyne mentioned the launch Thursday while also providing remarks on the company's first-quarter results. On that note, revenues rose 12 percent to approximately $40 million in the publishing division, thanks to higher ad pages and rates. Ad pages jumped 7 percent at Martha Stewart Living and 14 percent at Everyday Food, while total ad sales grew 20 percent to $21.4 million during the quarter. Lyne added the company expects a net investment of $8 million this year for Blueprint and an additional $1 million to purchase photo rights and test additional magazine concepts, which were not disclosed. Looking ahead, Lyne forecast $45 million to $46 million in publishing division revenues during the second quarter and 14 percent ad page growth at Living and 18 percent growth at Everyday Food. And although it's too soon to measure it, the company's new line of paper-based craft and storage products is off to a fast start, even though the products have yet to hit the shelves. While formal marketing for the products begins on Sunday, Lyne reported that during its first week in stores, retailer Michaels has already sold more than $1 million — and this is while boxes are still being unpacked.
4. WWD
Flip.com has a long way to go before it catches up to MySpace, but the teen networking site Cond? Nast launched in February is getting a following. The site gathered 288,000 unique visitors in March, according to comScore/MediaMetrix, up from 183,000 in its first month. That's more than cosmogirl.com's 281,000 unique visitors and teenvogue.com's 101,000, but less than seventeen.com's 745,000. MySpace.com saw 66 million unique visitors in March. The average age of Flip.com users is 17 and almost all of them are female. But they're not all fashionistas from Manhattan. "Some of our deepest users are out in the heartland," said Flip.com publisher Jane Grenier. "There's a hunger for creative outlets in the heartland that this site hits spot on." Flip.com is independent from any of the Cond? Nast magazine titles, but there appears to be little internecine rivalry between the site and Teen Vogue. In addition to Teen Vogue selling subscriptions on Flip.com, the two have been able to create some editorial and advertising links (though Grenier stressed advertising on Flip.com was not sold as a bundle with Teen Vogue). For example, Pacific Sunwear is wrapping up a contest where girls won a chance to shadow a photographer, stylist or producer while the retailer shot its back-to-school ad campaign. As the winners take their apprenticeships, each will document their experiences with digital and video cameras to create flipbooks for Flip.com. In August, Teen Vogue will run a special advertising section for Pac Sun featuring behind-the-scenes images from the ad campaign. Podcasts from the winner's experience will also go live in August on Flip.com, teenvogue.com and pacsun.com. MORE ONLINE
5. New York Post
TODAY is the deadline for billionaire investor Henry Kravis to receive final offers in the wild auction for Primedia Enthusiast Group, a process that has gotten a lot more complicated now that two potential suitors - tabloid publisher American Media Inc. and billionaire supermarket mogul Ron Burkle - are in merger talks of their own. Kravis, whose Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. is the majority stockholder in publicly-traded Primedia, would like to get to at least $1.1 billion for the group of more than 70 titles, including Motor Trend, Automobile, automotive.com, Surfer, Equus, Horse & Rider and Diesel Power. The final offers are expected to come down to three main rivals: New York magazine owner Bruce Wasserstein, who has had great luck snapping up past chunks of Primedia; Elevation Partners, the investment company controlled by U2 frontman Bono and high-tech investor Roger McNamee, which owns about 40 percent of Forbes Inc., and whatever AMI and Burkle cobble together in what presumably would be a collaborative bid. MORE ONLINE
2. Gawker
This week's Time features the fourth annual installment of THE TIME 100: The Most Influential People In The World! It's a pretty thick issue, which is all the more remarkable given the crappy paper stock the magazine uses. Anyway, who are the folks Time's editors think are "transforming our world"? Well, Justin Timberlake makes the cut, as do Angelina Jolie (as an activist, not an entertainer), Kate Moss, and the chick from "Ugly Betty." Time M.E. Rick Stengel reminds us that "the real magic of the Time 100 is in the pairings. We match author to subject so the former can offer special insight on the latter." There's certainly special insight in Donald Trump's appreciation of subway hero Wesley Autrey. Donald Trump wants you to know Autrey was given $10,000 by Donald Trump personally. (Donald Trump also reminds you that he has "a great respect for construction workers." Nice guy, that Donald Trump.) Still, the Barbara Walters profile of "View" co-host Rosie O'Donnell taught us so much about that relationship: the "passion and compassion," the "feuds and the fearlessness." It was "a plunge on the roller coaster" for Walters, but the two remain "respectful and affectionate friends." Wow. Glad that all got sorted out. Really it's just so nice to hear the inside story.
************ ...that an established Atlanta-based magazine publishing company is seeking a full-time associate editor. Great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in all aspects of publishing. Responsibilities include supervising assistant editor and interns, coordinating every aspect of the editorial process including conceptualizing, planning, writing/assigning articles; editing and proofing; assigning photo shoots/gathering images; scheduling and meeting deadlines; coordinating ad materials and communicating with graphic designer; general office and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is organized, self-motivated, passionate, enthusiastic, willing to dive-in head-first and must be a team player. Strong writing, editing, communication, multi-tasking and time management skills are a must. Must have a keen business sense and an eagerness to learn. B.A or equivalent, English or journalism degree preferred, with experience in writing and editing. Killam Publishing publishes magazines for relocation, lifestyle and living in Atlanta, including Newcomer Magazine and Atlanta School Guide. Submit resume, cover letter and two writing samples to Patrick Killam, Pkillam@bellsouth.net ONLY. ABSOLUTELY NO PHONE CALLS. Salary requirements and a cover letter MUST be included to be considered for this position. (OK to mention Ed) ...that Tea & Coffee Trade Journal, the leading voice in the tea and coffee industries, is seeking a full-time editorial assistant to start at the end of June (beginning of July) in their New York City office. Responsibilities include copy editing, proofreading and writing features, as well as some travel to trade shows and conferences. Qualified candidate must have demonstrated experience in writing and reporting, plus pay much attention to detail. Ability to multi-task is a definite, and familiarity or knowledge of Quark and the web a big plus. Please submit your resumes to: Carolina Pichardo, c.pichardo@lockwoodpublications.com. (OK to mention Ed) ...that a pop culture magazine seeking a freelance fact checker to help research and confirm facts during next magazine close. Previous experience as a fact-checker for a monthly or weekly is a must. Please submit resumes to: magspublisher@yahoo.com. > Internships...that 4 Control Media, a Jersey City, NJ-based company that produces and operates websites targeted toward the teen music audience, is looking for an editorial intern to assist in production and editorial support with an emphasis on facilitating content. Responsibilities: Distributing weekly schedules. Filing/Recordkeeping. Must be handy at surfing the internet. Keeping up on release dates. Inputting data into the computer. Taking photos at parties. Going out on shoots. Possibly doing interviews. Preferably someone with Hip-Hop/R&B or Urban/Cultural interest. Skills: Oral Communication Skills. Organization/Filing Skills. Computer/Technological Skills. Some knowledge of operating camera equipment. Professionalism. Computer Literacy. Windows Experience. Education/Training: College: Second year and above is preferred. Salary: $7.15 an hour. Hours may vary. Contact Lisa Pyle, lisa@sohh.com. (OK to mention Ed) ...that "TheOutTraveler" magazine is looking for a photo intern 2 days a week for college credit starting asap. He or she should be a photo major at a college in nyc. Resumes should go to photo@planetoutinc.com ...that Surface magazine is looking for a summer editorial intern to be hired immediately. Ideal candidates will be able to work 3 -5 days per week beginning in June and have knowledge/interest in architecture and design. Please forward resume and cover letter to Tiffany Jow, tiffany@surfacemag.com. (OK to mention Ed) ...that Upscale Magazine, based in Atlanta, is seeking a summer (June-August) photography intern to assist with photo research and administrative office projects. Duties also include routing photography materials, learning magazine production and conducting photo research on future story assignments. Interns will gain an understanding of the way the photo, art, and editorial departments work together to produce the magazine. They will provide some administrative support for the department staff. These duties could include typing, filing, photocopying, organizing, mailing, and tracking packages. Participate and contribute to art meetings. Once familariar with the production process, the intern will the opportunity to shoot photos that will be published in the magazine. Intern must be working toward a college degree. Previous photo editing experience through former internships, college courses and/or work on school publications is a plus. Experience with Macs and Photoshop CS2. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills and acute attention to detail are required. Demonstrate love of fashion and pop culture. Send cover letter, resume, recent photography portfolio samples for consideration to BDennis@upscalemag.com or via mail: Bettina Dennis, 600 Bronner Brothers Way, Atlanta, GA. 30310. This internship is unpaid and can be used for college credit. No phone calls, please. (OK to mention Ed) ...that Batanga, publisher of Batanga Latin Music Magazine, Latino University Magazine and Latino University High School, is looking for an editorial intern. Interested applicants should have experience with a college newspaper or magazine, and an affinity for entertainment, music and Latino-based subjects. Ideally, we are looking for current students in need of college credit who are studying communications, media, journalism and/or English. Applicants must be bilingual in Spanish and English, as interns will transcribe lengthy interviews in both languages, in addition to writing and some light editing. This is a great opportunity to build bylines over the summer. Please send 2-3 of your best recent published clips as WORD attachments to Senior Editor Beth Goodbaum at BethG@latcominc.com. (OK to mention Ed) ******* Panelists:
* Lisa Fuhrman, Executive Recruiter, Ketchum PR Host: Carolyn Kepcher, Chief Executive of Carolyn & Co., author of The New York Times Best Seller, Carolyn 101 and career columnist for The New York Daily News. Previously an Executive Vice President with the Trump Organization and star of The Apprentice. When and Where: Tuesday, May 8 -- 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
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