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Ed loves the crisp, cool feeling in the air at the beginning of fall. Man, that sounded cheesy, but it's true!
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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. Enrollment limited to 15 students, 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 Mondays Oct. 29th-Nov. 26th, 7-9pm (7:30-9:30 on 11/12) 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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LA Ed Happy Hour is TONIGHT!
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Hola Angelenos! Don't forget that LA Ed's first fall happy hour is from 7pm to 9pm TONIGHT at The Arsenal on Pico and Bundy. Find out more information at www.arsenalbar.com and make sure to RSVP to losangeles@ed2010.com.

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Ed Discount for Paley Center for Media events
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The Paley Center for Media in NYC (formerly The Museum of Television & Radio) is about to begin its fall series of events, and the folks there are offering discounts to Ed2010ers for these two Media as News & Views series events:

-Beyond the Anchor Desk: The Rise of Citizen Journalism, Thursday, October 9, 6-7:30 p.m.

-Extraordinary Work: A Conversation with the Courage in Journalism Honorees, Tuesday, October 23, 7-8:30 p.m.

Each event features a panel discussion and audience Q&A. Full descriptions and panelists are at http://paleycenter.org/events/ss-07fall/ny-manv.htm. To get tickets for $10 (they are usually $25), enter the discount code “ED2010” at paleycenter.org.

BTW, Ed doesn't endorse the advertisement you see above. It's just what happens when you use a free e-newsletter service.

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News
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1. New York Post
FINALLY LOOKING BETTER AT AMI
By Keith J. Kelly
October 2, 2007
http://www.nypost.com/seven/10022007/business/finally_looking_better_at_ami.htm

American Media's long nightmare may finally be over.

The publisher of Star and The National Enquirer yesterday released its quarterly earnings report for the period ending June 30, 2007—which the company said brings its fiscal reporting requirements to the SEC up to date for the first time in 20 months.

In the report, the company said that its revenues for the period were up 5.6 percent to $121.8 million while its operating income was $26.2 million, compared to $4.6 million for the same period in 2006, representing a 470 percent swing.

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2. MIN
Why Can't Magazines Collaborate With Agencies?
By Ed Papazian
http://www.minonline.com/mb_topstory2.htm

According to reports, NBC is about to collaborate with a significant number of ad agencies (and, one presumes, their clients) on primary research that will explore questions about engagement, the value of mass versus selective media, and other topics of interest to both sides.

Hmmm? Sounds like a smart move by NBC, since it is likely to prod the agency media researchers into areas that favor network tv over other media, while at the same time operating under the guise of objectivity.

All of this raises the question of why magazines—either individually or collectively—aren't engaged in similar activities? The agencies aren't dying to sit on yet another committee, mind you, but why is this medium, which has so much to offer advertisers, sitting on the sidelines while its competitors undertake potentially self-serving initiatives and recruit the agencies to support them?

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3. WWD
Memo Pad
By Miles Socha, Amy Wicks and Stephanie D. Smith
October 2, 2007
http://wwd.com/memopad/article/119273

FRENCH LETTER DAY: Jonathan Newhouse, chairman of Cond? Nast International, is to receive an award of merit from the French government and will be pinned as an Officer in the Order of Arts and Letters during a ceremony in Paris on Jan. 16. "I regard this really as recognition of the excellence of our magazines rather than a personal honor. It reflects the brilliance and talent of our editors," Newhouse told WWD. "I suppose if I have any gift, it's finding the best editorial talent to produce our magazines." Gilbert Brownstone, president of his namesake foundation and former curator of the Museum of Modern Art of the City of Paris, will bestow the honors and pin the medal on Newhouse, who has operated Cond? Nast magazines outside the U.S. since 1989. Cond? Nast France publishes Vogue Paris, Vogue Collections, Vogue Homme International, AD and Glamour. A French edition of GQ will be added in April.

OLDIES BUT GOODIES: Don't get between foxnews.com's Roger Friedman and his music. The commentator on Monday called for a boycott of Rolling Stone magazine after the release of this year's nominees for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, who include Madonna, the Beastie Boys, Bruce Springsteen and John Mellencamp. In "Rolling Stone Magazine Hits a Sour Note With Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees (like Madonna)," he writes, "OK, just so we're straight on why Rolling Stone must be boycotted. It wants the Beastie Boys before Randy Newman, The Hollies, Tom Jones or Mitch Ryder's 'Devil With a Blue Dress On.'

NET MOVES: Cond? Nast suffered a defection at its MagNet division, which houses the individual Web sites for its various magazines. Julie Hansen, who for the past year was the executive director of MagNet, resigned Monday to join the ncaa.com. Hanson became the head of the division after serving as director of business development at Golf Digest Publications. At MagNet, Hansen reported to John Bellando, Cond? Nast's chief operating officer. Most Cond? Nast magazine sites are getting upgrades to include video, blogs and other interactive features, and are under the oversight of each magazine's editor in chief. Hansen was the liaison between Bellando and editors such as Graydon Carter, Anna Wintour and David Remnick and helped facilitate resources for the sites. The task was not easy, suggested one insider, who commented Hansen had to deal with "20 huge egos that want to remain in control of their Web sites" while at the same time fielding complaints they weren't getting the millions they demanded. A replacement for Hansen has not been revealed.

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Whisper Jobs
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Ed hears ...

Jobs

...that a great freelance beauty writer who gets the 15-30 demographic is needed for a new beauty launch to write for the site as well as printed materials. Experience with beauty and fashion is required to be considered for the position. Must be smart, well-spoken, down to earth, able to take direction and work on your own, and have an understanding of what it takes to launch a new campaign as well as join an exisiting team. Must have 4+ years of experience with a solid book. Contact RGraber@cti-group.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that the arts & entertainment editor at O, The Oprah Magazine, just put in her two weeks notice. Best not to mention Ed.

...that a start-up Web site publisher is seeking an experienced editor to work with our freelance and in-house writers to develop and perfect their prose. Traditional line- and copy-editing skills are crucial, as well as facility in a digital environment. A strong candidate will have experience in commercial book, magazine, or online content sites. This is a tremendous opportunity to join a fast-moving entrepreneurial company with ambitious plans. The work environment is fast-paced and challenging but collegial. Competitive compensation, including stock participation in the company. Please send a cover letter detailing your interest in this position, as well as a resume and writing samples to: fdeditors@yahoo.com. subject line: Guide editor.

...that a ground-breaking publication seeks an assistant editor to assist senior-level editors in research and writing. Candidate must have 1-2 years of professional experience as well as a 4-year college degree. Responsibilities include: Maintaining databases. Pitching ideas for editorial content. Transcribing interviews. Assisting the researcher assigned to each issue with fact-checking. Contributing short written pieces as required. Administrative duties such as answering phones, sorting mail, and overseeing editorial interns. Please send resumes, cover letters, and salary requirements to classified131@yahoo.com specifying where you saw the posting. (OK to mention Ed)

...that MVP|NY, which publishes IN New York and Where: New York magazines, is looking for freelance writers to cover different aspects of New York City, from shopping and entertainment to attractions and the arts. Applicants must have substantial familiarity with the city. If interested, please send resume and three published clips to Erin Szeto Chan at erin.chan@morris.com or via regular mail at MVP|NY, 79 Madison Ave., 8th Floor, NY, NY 10016. (OK to mention Ed)

Internships

...that Good Housekeeping magazine is seeking one hard-working, responsible, highly motivated and style-savvy fashion intern for fall! The ideal candidate will be available on Thursday & Friday, and ready to start immediately. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, handling sample trafficking, corresponding with PR companies, prepping for run-throughs + shoots, researching celebrity trends, maintaining the fashion & accessories closet, requesting credits, updating look books, assisting on photo shoots and occasional administrative duties. Please put "Fall Fashion Internship" in the subject heading and send resume and cover letter to Yingjia Puk-Baker at ypbaker@hearst.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Dwell is looking for an online intern. Dwell is a small, fun company and the online department is growing. This is a great opportunity for a student to get credit, a small stipend, a transit check, and who-knows-what-else in the future. Full post here: http://www.dwell.com/info/contact/3002661.html.

...that MyTime, an interactive lifestyle website set to launch January 2008, has immediate openings for part-time interns to join their talented and rapidly growing team. The positions are for college credit and will offer aspiring journalists a wonderful opportunity to work hands-on in all areas of the business and under the supervision of highly renowned editors, writers, reporters, television producers, as well as art and web directors. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, researching, reporting and writing short articles, copyediting and fact checking, business/competitive analysis, organizing the photo and art library, and even assisting on celebrity interviews. We are located in the heart of Westwood village. Requirements include a passion for journalism, a hard work ethic, an enthusiastic personality, and most importantly a desire to learn! Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to cwissot@mytime.com. (OK to mention Ed)

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