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News
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1. New York Post
Still Living
By Keith J. Kelly
11/28/07
http://www.nypost.com/seven/11282007/business/still_living_610434.htm

THE new trend in magazine publishing: Put the word "living" at the end of a magazine's title and enter the shelter category.

It has worked for Anna Wintour, the Vogue editrix who is overseeing a fashion empire that now includes the shelter and lifestyle title Vogue Living.

Next up is Men's Health Living, which is a spin-off of the Rodale title Men's Health. David Zinczenko, the Rodale vice president and Men's Health editor-in-chief who is coming off the most successful year in the history of the magazine, is overseeing the latest venture.

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2. Min Online
In Style and Men’s Health Top Capell’s Circulation Report List of Top Performers
By Bryan Wassel
11/28/07
http://www.minonline.com/news/5608.html

apell’s Circulation Report has released the audit information for the top-performing magazines of the past decade, honoring those who managed to meet and exceed their rate base time after time over the years.

In Style and Men’s Health were both extremely impressive, each consistently being a Capell’s Circulation Report top ten performer every year for the past decade, a new record for the newsletter. Each also saw impressive growth in their rate bases, with Men’s Health growing 33% and In Style doubling from its 1997 base.

Nearly as impressive is The Economist, which managed to pull a still-pretty-amazing 9 top performer awards, and grow its circulation base by 90%. Throw in a $100 average subscription price, and you have a magazine that has been making a nice chunk of change over the years.

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Whisper Jobs
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Ed hears ...

Jobs

...that InStyle.com is seeking an editorial producer to manage the day-to-day production of all digital extensions, including web, wireless, and video initiatives. This role will focus on ensuring the smooth publishing of daily news and coordinating 30+ site specials such as Fashion Week and the Golden Globes, as well as larger site enhancements and long-lead projects. The editorial producer acts as a cross-departmental liaison, working with the brand's creative, technical, sales, and marketing groups to produce interactive experiences of the highest quality, and will manage all factors that govern site/project success to ensure delivery within time, cost, and quality parameters, including scheduling, status reporting and quality assurance. Oversees a staff of two plus interns. The ideal candidate possesses: 3+ years experience producing interactive content. Superior management and leadership skills. Superior knowledge of the Web and related technologies, including Content Management Systems/blogging, forum, and video publishing tools, as well as a proven ability to train others on these systems. Strong communication (written, verbal, presentation) skills. Proven ability to support multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines. Please apply using the following link. http://jobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=391&siteid=5161&Codes=NXXX,91037BR

...that Martha Stewart Weddings is looking for a senior associate research editor. The research editor will work with the assisting managing editor to supervise the day-to-day workload of the Weddings researchers (often freelancers) and ensure accuracy and timely closes. Key responsibilities include: working to streamline, improve and implement research procedures; recruit/supervise freelance researchers; research individual queries from writers and editors; perform original research; oversee department administration. Must have 2 - 3 years fact-checking experience in publishing. Please send your resume and salary requirements via email to careers@marthastewart.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Popular Mechanics is looking for a paid special projects assistant to work full-time in our New York office beginning in January 2008. If you're an aspiring journalist interested in investigating alternative fuels, technology, and aviation, or breaking the latest science headlines, send us your resume! Responsibilities include research, assisting editors and senior editors, light administrative tasks, and possibly writing for popularmechanics.com. Pay is low, but you'll gain a detailed, extensive understanding of PM. Send resume, cover letter and clips to Emily Masamitsu at emasamitsu@hearst.com. (OK to mention Ed)

Internships

...that Harper's Bazaar has an internship available in the art department. We are looking for a motivated, hard-working student who can work 2-3 days a week beginning in January. Duties include, but are not limited to, updating our mini wall and book with current layouts, compiling art for editors, and ordering prints. Experience with Photoshop and InDesign is a plus. This is for credit only. Please send cover letter and resume to Molly (design assistant) at mhorton@hearst.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Beauty Launchpad is looking for a Spring intern. Seeking hard-working journalism major. Fashion editor needs help with administrative tasks (all necessary filing, organization of beauty closet, control and cataloging of incoming and out-going products, etc). Intern will also receive opportunities for writing with bylines based on ability. Must be passionate about all aspects of beauty and fashion. This is a paid internship, requiring a minimum of 15 hours a week, no more than 20. Please contact kariefrost@gmail.com; include a cover letter, resume and two published writing clips (if you are unpublished, please submit two journalism assignments for college). This internship is based in Long Island City (Vernon Stop on the 7 train). (OK to mention Ed)

...that Inc. Magazine seeks a paid editorial intern to work this winter/spring. Applicants should have an interest in covering business and a capacity for hard work on deadline. He/she should have experience reporting and writing for their college newspaper, in previous internships or with other publications, and be able to handle a schedule that includes late nights. The internship will involve some reporting, research and fact-checking, and the intern will be relied on to help with the monthly close of Inc. If the fit is right, he/she may be considered for full-time employment. A minimum of 25 hours per week is required. Applicants need to submit: A cover letter stating their qualifications and aspirations; A detailed resume; Clips and writing samples; Names and phone numbers of two references. E-mail kmazur@inc.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Marie Claire magazine is looking for spring interns to work in the accessories department. Must be thorough, detail-oriented, reliable, and able to work well in fast-paced environments. Responsibilities include checking in and returning samples, running errands, and helping editors with special projects. This is not a writing position. Because this internship is unpaid, school credit or a letter of support is necessary. Must be able to start in the beginning of January and must be able to commit to at least 3 full days a week. Previous magazine internship preferred. Interested applicants can email their resumes to Jen at jkramer@hearst.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that New York Family magazine is now recruiting for winter-spring interns. This is a great internship for anyone interested in being a magazine writer or editor. You will spend your time writing and reporting stories ? including feature stories. There is no administrative work. Plus, we offer a lot of flexibility, including the possibility of doing work from home, and a minimum commitment of one day a week in terms of hours. We also pay a modest monthly stipend. New York Family is a glossy, upscale, monthly, in Manhattan and Brooklyn. It's a lifestyle magazine, so we cover parenting subjects as well as education, cultural activities, health and fitness, fashion, real estate, travel, ?green? living, and almost anything of interest or concern to local parents. Please email a resume, explanatory cover letter, and relevant clips to Eric Messinger at emessinger@manhattanmedia.com. Put the word ?intern? in subject line. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Budget Travel magazine is looking for a photo intern for the spring semester. Our ideal candidate is enthusiastic and hard working, and has good phone and organizational skills. Applicants must currently be students and have an interest in photography and travel. An interest in photo editing is also a must. Responsibilities include researching photos, organizing film, scanning, calling in & tracking portfolios, and assisting with photo shoots. This is an unpaid internship. You must be a college student eligible to receive school credit. Internship is 2-3 days a week, based on availability. Please e-mail resumes and cover letters to Jacky Carter at Jacky.Carter@BudgetTravel.com with ?Internship? in the subject line by Friday, December 14. Start date is mid-January. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Boston magazine's website, Bostonmagazine.com, is in need of an editorial web intern to write events listings and short "insidery" previews of concerts, art exhibits, theater, film, festivals, benefits, and more, which will appear on our online calendar in our A&E section. The intern will also aid in the process of uploading content, including articles, restaurant listings, and photo galleries, and help tag articles for keywords for search engine optimization. There will also be a possible opportunity to help write and compile content for e-newsletters. Please send resume and cover letter to jbellavance@Bostonmagazine.com with the subject line "Web Intern." The intern would start during the spring 08 semester (or sooner, if possible), and be able to work two full days per week (we can work with your schedule). Please respond as soon as possible and until December 14. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Bazaar is looking for accessories interns to work a minimum of three days a week. Applicants must be highly motivated, extremely organized, and be able to receive school credit. Previous experience at a fashion magazine or pr showroom is a plus. Please send resumes to Winifred Wang, wwang@hearst.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Popular Photography & Imaging magazine is looking for an editorial intern for the winter/spring semester (mid January-May). The intern will work on "The New Photographer Project," which consists of researching websites and publications to find talented new photographers to feature in the magazine. Responsibilities include: Research, contacting and possible interviewing of photographers, and meeting with editors to present portfolio of work and discuss story ideas. Skills Necessary: Interest and some knowledge in photography, strong aesthetic sense, well organized, strong researcher, web savvy. Requires commitment of at least 8 hours per week, must be a student at time of internship. Please send a resume and two photos from a photographer you like to popeditor@hfmus.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that GoodHousekeeping.com is seeking an intern to join the web team and work on all aspects of the newly launched and growing website. This is an amazing opportunity to participate in an evolving industry as the magazine expands its online presence. Daily tasks involve building and editing content via a backend program, editorial work, formatting syndicate articles for MSN and WebMD, assisting with lineup, filming, and building of video blog, and light administrative work. The ideal candidate should be familiar with basic HTML or HomeSite/Dreamweaver, Excel, Photoshop. Interns should be hard-working and bright with a positive attitude. No coffee runs (promise!). Mon/Tues preferred (9:30a - 5p) for the entire semester. This is an unpaid internship. Please send your r?sum? and cover letter to kpomranz@hearst.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Houston Modern Luxury (a Modern Luxury Media publication) is looking for a spring editorial intern to work from January until mid-May. This is an unpaid internship. Candidates are encouraged to receive academic credit. Responsibilities include writing, reporting, fact checking and proofreading. Interns may also be expected to run quick errands, as well as tend to occasional administrative duties. To apply, send your resume, cover letter and availability to eweidner@modernluxury.com with "INTERNSHIP" written in the subject line. (OK to mention Ed)

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