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Ugly Sweater Party
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Ed totally rocked out in his ugly sweater last night. Also, he's obsessed with this make-your-own-digital-ugly-sweater website: http://weloveholidaysweaters.wehatesheep.com/

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

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News
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1. Folio
F+W Shutters Multiple Magazines
By Jason Fell
12/19/07
http://www.foliomag.com/2007/f-w-shutters-multiple-hobbyist-magazines

F+W Publications has shuttered five magazines under its Wisconsin-based Krause Publications division, FOLIO: has learned. The titles include Antiques and Collectibles Journal, Comics & Games Retailer, Toy Cars & Models, Toy Shop and Vintage Motorcycles, the publisher confirmed.

F+W made the announcement to employees earlier this month in an internal memo. As many as 40 employees have been laid off, a source tells FOLIO:, although another source put the number closer to 15. F+W declined to confirm the number of layoffs.

"We take into consideration the marketplace we serve and the opportunities available for each of our magazine titles. After much analysis and deliberation, we have determined to cease publication of these underperforming tittles," chairman and CEO David Steward stated in an e-mail to FOLIO:.

2. Folio
Putin Named Time 'Person of the Year'
By Dylan Stableford
12/19/07
http://www.foliomag.com/2007/putin-named-time-person-year

It?s ?Putin,? not ?You,? in 2007. Time magazine unveiled its perennially-hyped ?Person of the Year? today. That person? Vladimir Putin.

The Russian president beat out Al Gore, J.K. Rowling, world leaders such as Hugo Chavez and Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, and ?Mother Earth??NBC Nightly News anchor Brian Williams? choice?for the honor. The announcement was made by Time managing editor Richard Stengel on the Today show.

Putin was chosen "for an extraordinary feat of leadership in taking a country that was in chaos and bringing it stability,? Stengel said. Last year, the magazine was criticized?and equally applauded?for its selection of ?You? as Person of the Year.

3. Advertising Age
Martha Stewart Taps Publisher to Do Double Duty
By Nat Ives
12/19/07
http://adage.com/mediaworks/article?article_id=122703

Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia is into being efficient these days, naming Amy Wilkins publisher of Everyday Food, the company's digest-size food magazine; Ms. Wilkins continues as senior VP-publisher of Martha Stewart Weddings. The appointment plugs a hole created last month when Mary Berner, president-CEO of the Reader's Digest Association, poached Anne Balaban to be publisher of Every Day With Rachael Ray. It also fills a position whose importance grew last week after MSLO made the surprise decision to shut down Blueprint magazine after its January/February issue. The company's main revenue sources are magazine advertising, online advertising and licensing.

Ms. Wilkins joined MSLO in February 2007 from Meredith Corp., where she was publisher of Country Home magazine and, before that, Better Homes and Gardens.

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Whisper Jobs
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Ed hears ...

Jobs

...that there is an opening for a full-time freelance fashion assistant at SELF Magazine. The position is for an assistant to two of the fashion market editors. Candidates should be located in New York City, have previous fashion experience, and be exceptionally organized. Interested candidates should email resumes to SELFfashionfreelance@gmail.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Blog position open at dynamic, growing media company. Lots of potential for growth. Requirements: Post 2-3 times a day. Knowledge of luxury market a plus. Knowledge of shoe market a plus, passion for shoes is an extra plus. Ability to take direction from main editor. Ability to manage stories and editorial calendar. Opportunity for advancement. Send your qualifications, plus a list of your favorite designers, and a sample review of any pair of shoes (pick any pair you love) plus a pic of the shoes to writers@missmeghan.com. Position begins January 1 2008. Three month trial period

Internships

...that Bridal Guide, a national wedding magazine, seeks a proactive, detail-oriented spring intern with excellent writing skills and a great attitude to work on Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting immediately. Duties will be split between our features and travel departments. The position is unpaid, but you may receive academic credit (not required). You'll have the opportunity to write short, bylined articles, interact with top editors, and learn the ins and outs of working at a consumer magazine. The job includes fact checking and reporting as well as some administrative duties. Our ideal candidate will have a strong interest in women's magazines. We're a small, dynamic staff who will consider you to be an integral member of the team. Please e-mail your cover letter and resume to Valerie Berrios, Associate Editor, at vberrios@bridalguide.com. No calls, please. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Kiwibox.com, an interactive website and online magazine designed and built for this generation?s youth, is looking for editorial interns to assist our senior editors. 100% of the editorial content is written and contributed by our high school and college-aged site members. We built KiwiBox.com with the hope of creating a community on the internet which would be driven by teens and now we are seeking interns to join our expanding editorial team. Tasks would involve basic office duties, yet also allow interns the chance to contribute to the site?s online content. Must be available to work 15 hours per week during the spring semester of 2008. Currently we are looking for 2-3 part-time interns. Please send an email with a cover letter, writing sample and resume to blair@kiwibox.net. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Avenue Report magazine is accepting applications for Spring editorial interns. Editorial interns will assist in various departments and will play an integral role in the production of the quaterly magazine. Interns will assist with various support projects such as editorial gathering, research, proofing, web site production and other related editorial and administrative tasks. Some writing and editing assignments may be possible, depending upon qualifications, but cannot be guaranteed. Interns will work along with editors, art/photo department and other staff. Preferred editorial intern candidates will have a related field of study and a career interest in journalism or publishing. Excellent writing, communication and organizational skills are required. Location is flexible. Please email resume and work or link to work to magazine@avenuereport.com and Jennifer.Ogunsola@avenureport.com Application deadline is January 4. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Quick & Simple, a fast-growing, weekly women's magazine from Hearst, is looking for Spring 2008 interns. We have openings in our editorial, fashion, home and photo departments. Interns MUST be able to receive college credit, and be able to commute to our offices in midtown Manhattan. Please send your resume, along with any writing samples, to mgray@hearst.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that UCE, a magazine dedicated to fashion, design, and culture, is seeking a multi-talented editorial intern. Duties include, but are not limited to: researching feature stories, pitching ideas, conducting interviews, and blogging. This is an unpaid internship, and candidates will need to receive college credit in order to participate. Intern will work remotely and must have access to a computer. Please send your resume and work samples to info@ucemag.com. (OK to mention Ed)

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