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1. Advertising Age
Conde Nast Commits All Titles to Audit Bureau’s Rapid Report
By Nat Ives
October 25, 2007
http://adage.com/mediaworks/article?article_id=121505

Cond? Nast has decided to commit every one of its titles, from Glamour to Vanity Fair, to the Audit Bureau of Circulations' Rapid Report program, bringing one of the last holdouts into a system intended to update magazines' traditional practice of reporting circulation figures only twice a year. The move follows the decision last month by Time Inc., the country's largest publisher, to join Rapid Report in full.

Cond? didn't have much to say about its decision to sign up its 24 titles for the service, only confirming it before declining to elaborate. But together, the two biggest magazine companies' final acquiescence to the fledgling system, which has been straining for critical mass since summer 2006, means that providing nearly real-time sales figures has become essentially ratified as the new industry standard.

That's a big deal for magazines, which have looked increasingly archaic as the internet seemed to promise instant results and even TV began receiving more precise ratings.

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2. New York Post
Swelling Portfolio
By Keith J. Kelly
October 26, 2007
http://www.nypost.com/seven/10262007/business/swelling_portfolio.htm

JOANNE Lipman, the editor-in-chief of Cond? Nast Portfolio, and David Carey, the magazine's president and publisher, were on the road in Boston yesterday.

And although they were traveling together, it appears each faces a very different road. Carey seems to be sitting pretty, while Lipman is sweating it out.

Earlier this week, Carey wrapped up the December issue with 111.3 ad pages. That comes after a 185 ad-page debut in April, followed by 121.2 in September, 117.9 in October and 108.2 in November. That's 643.6 ad pages at a time when other business magazines are struggling.

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3. Folio
Proposed Postal Rules May Require Magazines to Rethink Cover Design
By Joanna Pettas
October 25, 2007
http://www.foliomag.com/viewmedia.asp?prmMID=8182&prmID=1

After January, the United States Postal Service can’t raise postage by a rate higher than that of inflation—or around 3 percent, which is significantly less than the 10 to 15 percent or higher jump seen by many mailers last year. On top of that, under new postal reform, mailers are being guaranteed a standard of service on flat-mail rates. The new Flat Sequencing System, set to start in phase one October 2008, is expected to free up 40 percent of mail-carriers’ time, marking what some feel has been a much-needed change in the labor framework.

But the USPS has until December 20 to squeeze in another hike before the law change. And Lloyd Mills, administrator of postal affairs at printer company DPC, says the FSS, even with its strengths, “is quite the beast.”

For flat sequencing, the USPS has proposed (in its Federal Register, Oct. 17) a set of strict—and according to some, quite drastic—rules that publishers and printers will need to follow to be charged anything other than full-rate, single-piece first class mail. Publishers have until December 10 to make comments on the rules before they are set in January ’08 and implemented one year from then.

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4. Market Watch
New York magazine’s editor gathers no moss
By Jon Friedman
October 26, 2007
http://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/new-york-magazines-adam-moss/story.aspx?guid=%7BF1220A0A%2DBD6F%2D432C%2D9CEF%2DA674C4D6437C%7D

The American Magazine Conference begins this weekend in Boca Raton, Fla. Get ready for a lot of navel-gazing and muttering about the woes of the publishing world.

Executives, publishers and editors will gather to tackle such challenges as how to take full advantage of the Web, attract new advertisers and publish something that readers can't find elsewhere.

Psst, here's a dirty little secret: Mostly, the attendees will do a lot of golfing by day and bellying up to the bar by night.

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Whisper Jobs
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Ed hears ...

Jobs

...that SURFACE MAGAZINE, a high-end lifestyle magazine – with a focus on design, fashion, and architecture – is looking for an entry level editorial assistant. Responsibilities will include managing research efforts for the editorial department, coordinating a team of interns, proofreading and fact-checking all copy, and providing clerical and administrative support for the editorial staff. Also, coordinate relationships with press contacts. Candidates must have at least one year of editorial experience with a shelter, fashion, or lifestyle publication and must be comfortable in a very fast paced environment. Exceptional organizational, copyediting, and project management skills are essential. Well honed writing and editing skills a must. We seek a team player with knowledge of and strong interest in fashion, design, architecture and interiors industries. Send resumes to efente@surfacemag.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that and Atlanta-baseed national publication is looking for a part-time designer with superior knowledge of QuarkXpress, InDesign and Photoshop, and previous magazine specific experience. You'll need urban sensibility, creative ideas, ability to meet deadlines, and able to work efficiently in small office environment. Mostly templated design, creative freedom with some sections. Photo experience (retouching, manipulation, researching) a HUGE plus. 3 days a week in office. May require work at home. Looking for an immediate hire. Flat fee/per issue ($500-$800). PLEASE NOTE: Resume and web link to samples REQUIRED for consideration. Send all materials to: magjob4u@yahoo.com. (OK to mention Ed)

Internships

...that CollegeRover.com, a new website fusing careers and education is looking for a few good writers to do an unpaid internship from their dorms. Perfect opportunity for college students looking to build their clips with consistent bylines and unlimited creative opportunities. Columnists should be hard-working, dedicated, and have a passion for journalism.. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to vicki@collegerover.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that ART IN AMERICA, a premier international art magazine, providing insightful critiques, scholarship and information covering the entire field of visual arts is looking or Spring 2008 Editorial interns. Duties include trafficking, proofreading, indexing, clipping and filing, library maintenance, photo research, correspondence, and phone work. A background in art history and/or studio practice is strongly recommended. Good language skills—both written and spoken—are essential. Interns will gain first-hand experience of magazine editorial operations. They will not, however, do direct editing or writing. ENGLISH AND JOURNALISM STUDENTS PREFERRED. This internship may qualify for academic credit. THIS IS A NON-PAYING INTERNSHIP. We offer a $4.00 stipend covering the cost of getting to and from our offices by subway. We prefer an intern who can work 2-3 days per week. Candidates should be able to devote at least sixteen hours per week on a regular schedule. Selections will be made after a personal interview. We are well aware of educational demands and remain receptive and flexible when working out schedules. Send letter and resume to hcerrato@brantpub.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that The Magazine Antiques, a highly respected monthly publication that concentrates on the decorative and fine arts and architecture, is looking for Spring 2008 Editorial Interns. The internship includes the following projects: cataloguing new books entering the magazine’s research library; organizing and maintaining the books in the collection; and assisting in the proofreading process for editorial articles and columns when necessary. The internship will provide educational opportunities combined with experience of working with knowledgeable editors in a professional publishing environment. Candidates should possess strong organizational skills and have an interest in art history, publishing, or library studies. A major/minor in one of these areas is preferred. THIS IS A NON PAYING INTERNSHIP. We offer a $4 stipend covering the cost of getting to and from our offices by subway. We prefer an intern who can be available 2-3 days a week. We are well aware of educational demands and remain receptive and flexible when working out schedules. Please send resume and cover letter to hcerrato@brantpub.com.(OK to mention Ed)

...that Domino magazine seeks PHOTO interns. Responsibilities include: logging in film and portfolios, sending back film and prints, administrative duties and helping with photo production (such as finding locations/models & scouting). Our ideal candidate is incredibly organized, detail-oriented, enthusiastic, and dependable. Photography/art background is a must. This is a part-time internship (2-3 days a week) for CREDIT only. Interested candidates should check out www.dominomag.com and email cover letter and resume to Allison (allison_gumbel@condenast.com). (OK to mention Ed)

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