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******* Used to be, the way to land an internship at a hoity-toity magazine was through tenacity, talent or family connections. Now, in the name of giving, you can bid your offspring into a spot at a national publication. Charitybuzz.com, which runs live and online auctions to support various causes, offers the chance to see if the devil wears Prada at Glamour, O, Harper’s Bazaar and other magazines. “They do it as a way of supporting charities they believe in and giving their kids exposure to industries they’re interested in,” says Coppy Holzman, the chief executive of Charitybuzz. MORE ONLINE
2. WWD
What do you get when you pair Naomi Campbell with Hugo Chavez? One amusing interview. For her debut piece in British GQ, newly minted contributing editor Campbell interviewed the Venezuelan president, and it appears she couldn't shut him up. In a four-page interview, Chavez blows on about President Bush wanting to kill him, his vision for uniting South America by 2020 and how he thinks the world is seeing "the fall of the Empire [of the Eagle]" — referring to America. The interview will appear in the magazine's February issue, which hits newsstands Thursday. Somehow Campbell succeeds in keeping the tone of the interview upbeat. In her introduction, she says that, over the course of her three meetings with Chavez, she discovered — go figure — that he loves to sing. "If he wasn't the president, he'd be a very successful Latin singer," she asserts. She also elicits Chavez's views on fashion: He believes Fidel Castro (whom Campbell once met) is the most stylish world leader because "his uniform is impeccable...and his beard is elegant." MORE ONLINE
3. WWD
Louis Bofferding, a decorative arts contributing editor at Domino, soon will begin a new column at competitor Elle Decor. His last two stories for Domino, which have already been written, will appear sometime in 2008, said Deborah Needleman, editor in chief. Bofferding said he's enjoyed writing for Domino for the past two years, but at Elle Decor, he will have a chance to write longer pieces. He added that the new column has yet to be named and he is currently working on his first piece. "He did a great job for us," Needleman told WWD. She added that Bofferding is one of the first people she thought of when the magazine was in development. Bofferding, who has worn many hats, including lecturer and museum curator, also has a shop on the Upper East Side.
4. Gawker
Was Portfolio's production team projecting just a smidge when they chose to illustrate a column this month about the city's declining commercial real estate market with a "foreclosure"-stamped photograph of the Time-Life, Simon & Schuster and McGraw-Hill buildings? The buildings house most of Portfolio's big competitors: Time Inc.'s Fortune and Money, as well as McGraw-Hill's BusinessWeek. While we wouldn't put a little petty retaliation past editor Joanne Lippman, a bored (or clueless) photo editor is likely behind this one. Artful art there, kids!
5. Gawker
An interview with Benazir Bhutto before the former Pakistani prime minister was assassinated was important enough to keep on the cover of Parade magazine, the magazine's publisher said Sunday — even though the publication had already gone to print when Bhutto was killed. Randy Siegel said Parade went to press on Dec. 21 and was already on its way to the 400 newspapers that distribute it when Bhutto was killed in a Dec. 27 shooting and bombing attack at a campaign rally in her country. The Web version of the story was updated, Siegel said, but it was too late to change the magazine. He said the only option other than running the outdated article would have been asking newspapers not to distribute the magazine at all. MORE ONLINE
6. Times Online
We all know by now that the future of media is online, and I'd be the last person to deny the significance of the changes wrought by the Internet. But I think one of the most interesting things to emerge in the media business this year will be a comeback of sorts for print. Print, of course, hasn't exactly gone away – magazines and newspapers still account for more then a third of worldwide ad revenues – but the chatter in the industry suggests its death is just around the corner. In the U.S. especially, the newspaper business appears to be in a free-fall, with many big papers reporting year-over-year revenue and circulation declines of ten per cent or more - shocking numbers indeed for century-old businesses. The big magazine companies, and especially kingpin Time Inc., are under ever-growing financial pressure; nobody would be surprised if the new CEO of Time Warner sold the magazine unit. MORE ONLINE
7. New York Post
January is a time when thoughts turn to exotic locales: whether it's your next fork in the road, tour on a cruise ship, or ride on a camel. National Geographic Traveler is for travelers, not tourists. The difference is that travelers move at their own pace, while tourists just pass through a place. This issue suggests that more people abandon the guidebooks and structured itineraries in order to savor the experience. That sounds like good advice to us, especially if you're heading to a place as foreign and exciting as China. With the aid of stunning photography, the magazine gives readers an inside look at the rising nation ahead of the much-anticipated Beijing Olympics, with eye-catching pictures ranging from the rice terraces to the "Water Cube" at the Olympic site. Budget Travel is perfect for our limited bank accounts and it doesn't waste time with down-and-out vacations like winters in Alaska and resorts in Arkansas. This month's issue highlights the 40 best deals around the globe from particular cities in the US. The mag also features trips to Paris, Amsterdam, Buenos Aires and an interesting jaunt down the east coast of Florida starting in Jacksonville. The only problem we have with the mag is its lack of detail for some of the vacations it describes. MORE ONLINE
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Two friendly, mid-20s media types are looking for a third roommate to live in an unfurnished bedroom in a 3BR Hell's Kitchen apartment. You would be taking over a lease, starting February 3 and ending August 31, 2008. The apartment has a very large kitchen, a nice-sized living room and bathroom, and it is on the third floor of a walk-up pre-war building with exposed brick. The bedroom for rent is about 9x7. The apartment is located in Hell's Kitchen, within a few blocks of multiple subway lines, and near Times Square, Central Park, Columbus Circle, and a million bars and restaurants. We (a male and female—not a couple!) are relatively social and sometimes go out during the week, more so when it's not 15 degrees outside. We are looking for a professional around our age (no students unless in grad school, please!) who is very clean and maintains a similar lifestyle to ours. No smokers, drug users, or pet owners. Rent is $1,067/month per person. You will need to pay first month's rent, security deposit, and lease-transfer fee ($1,067 x 2 + $300 = $2,434) upon signing the lease. Cable and wireless Internet is $44/month per person; utilities run about $50/month per person. You will also be required to either be the guarantor for your share of the apartment or (if you don't make three times the annual rent, which would be roughly $36,000) have a parent or guardian who will sign for you. All that is required for this is a copy of your/your guarantor's tax return. If this place sounds like your future apartment, e-mail us a bit about yourself hellskitchenapartment@gmail.com. We won't respond if you don't give us some background info. If you seem like a good fit, we will arrange to meet.
************ Jobs ...that Allure.com is looking for an experienced beauty writer to blog daily (multiple posts) about beauty news. Must have at least four years of experience at a reputable magazine or website having covered beauty. Well-developed industry contacts and access to NYC beauty press events are a must. This is absolutely NOT a gig for an assistant or a self-starter. Cannot be a staffer at a competitive magazine or website. Knowledge of Typepad or comparable blogging software preferable. Paid position. Contact is fiona_gibb@condenast.com. (OK to mention Ed) ...that Hype Hair Magazine, The Rundown, Braids & Beauty, Ultimate Weaves & Extensions and Soul Food Magazines of WUV Publications, an international publishing company, is looking for a freelance copy editor for special projects. The job will consist of copy editing a magazine for a flat fee. The fee is negotiable. The work will be recurring. Candidates must have their own computer with a recent edition of Microsoft Word. Note: The magazines are ethnic in nature. Therefore candidate should be familiar with associated jargon and syntax. Please send your resume, cover letter and salary requirements to: mooreangel1213@aol.com. (OK to mention Ed) ...that a Washington, DC-based luxury lifestyle publication seeks a writer with experience covering fashion, beauty, and retail. Must have experience and be able to meet deadlines promptly. Great word rate, great perks! Must be based in Washington, DC metro area. Send resume, cover letter, and clips to dcfashionwriter@yahoo.com. (OK to mention Ed) ...that Lucky magazine is for a Dallas-based reporter to cover local shopping and style news, emerging designers, stores, etc. for its monthly Dallas regional pages. Potential candidates should have at least 3 years of profess searching ional magazine writing, reporting and/or editing experience, along with extensive knowledge of and contacts within the Dallas retail world. Send resume and relevant clips to Marissa Patlingrao Cooley (marissa_cooley@condenast.com). Please, no phone calls. (OK to mention Ed) ...that Pharm Rep., a leading b2b magazine for pharmaceutical sales representatives and their managers that covers selling strategies, management and training practices, and industry news and trends, is looking for an art director. You’ll have primary responsibility for the layout and design of a monthly trade magazine, as well as periodic supplements for our parent publication. You will make decisions regarding visuals and graphics, while working closely with the editor-in-chief. In addition, you be creating art for the magazine’s Web site and other digital projects. Qualifications: Proficiency with Photoshop, Illustrator, and Quark is a must; exp. with InDesign is a big plus; exp. using stock images is required. Applicants must be quick learners, comfortable making decisions in a fast-paced environment, and able to meet strict deadlines. Please send cover letter, resume, and salary requirement to: Advanstar Communications, mherman@advanstar.com, fax: 201 690-5390. Located in North Jersey. (OK to mention Ed) ...that Unique Homes, a respected international magazine targeting high-end readers, seeks extremely organized college grad with strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, to join its Princeton, NJ, office as an editorial/advertising coordinator. Must be a team player, and have excellent interpersonal skills for client contact. Mac literacy and clips/writing experience required; some publishing experience preferred. Salary $28K. Send resume and cover letter to KCR at krussell@uniquehomes.com or fax to 609/688-0201. (OK to mention Ed) Internships ...that Parenting magazine seeks an organized, motivated intern to assist in the lifestyle and general edit departments beginning in early February. If you are as eager to open mail as you are to write and research, you’ll get to do both. Experience on a magazine staff very helpful: Have you called in products, trafficked samples, fact-checked, and interviewed experts and real people? Do you have an interest in families and kids, as well as beauty and fashion, food, toys, health, and arts and crafts? Parenting is a busy but supportive environment—you must be willing to learn but ready to work! Internship is either full time and paid OR part-time and for credit. Please indicate which you are seeking; send resumes and cover letters to sarah.smith@bonniercorp.com. (OK to mention Ed) ...that Inside Lacrosse magazine and InsideLacrosse.com in Baltimore are seeking editorial and web interns for the spring 2008 men’s and women’s NCAA season. We are looking for students and/or young professionals to provide editorial content for both Inside Lacrosse magazine and InsideLcarosse.com. With the spring season approaching, there are multiple opportunities to earn college credit and build a writing portfolio in a competitive environment. We are flexible with tight schedules, though availably on Saturdays is preferable. This is an unpaid internship with an emphasis on providing college credit hours. Please send resumes and appropriate writing clips to gshannon@insidelacrosse.com. (OK to mention Ed) ...that Shape Magazine, located in New York City, is in need of a Spring 2008 editorial intern. The internship will include research, transcribing interviews, and an opportunity to work directly with our features editor. Start date is mid-January. Please only apply if you are still in school. Please send resumes to Kristen Maxwell at kmaxwell@shape.com. (OK to mention Ed) ...that Passport Magazine, America's # 1 Gay and Lesbian Travel magazine, is looking for editorial interns in their New York office. While you don't have to be gay or lesbian, it helps to have an interest in any of these: travel, nightlife, restaurants, luxury travel,and adventure. Writing, research, fact-checking, general proofreading, and assisting two editors are all part of the duties. There may also be opportunity for travel and FOB stories. Interns should be able to commit two days per week. Student credit is offered. Please send cover letters/resume to edit@passportmagazine.net. (OK to mention Ed) ...that Harper's Bazaar is looking for a college student for a spring internship in our art department. Student must be highly motivated, organized and eager to learn the ropes in a fast-paced fashion magazine. Experience in InDesign and Photoshop is a plus and college credit is a must. We are flexible with availability, but we ask for 2-3 days a week. Please send a short cover letter and your resume to Molly at mhorton@hearst.com. (OK to mention Ed) ...that House Beautiful is looking for Spring 08 interns. Candidates must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university. Must be receiving college credit for the internship. Once hired, must submit a letter from your school, on official letterhead verifying that they recognize the internship as contributing towards your course credits. This is an unpaid internship (no stipend or salary). Interns must devote at least 2-3 full days per week over the course of the entire semester. As Word documents, please email both a cover letter and resume to Kenny Gee, kgee@hearst.com. In your cover letter, please write about your interest in House Beautiful and relevant experience. Interviews will be held in person at the House Beautiful office in New York City. (OK to mention Ed) ...that QUIZFEST, an entertainment magazine for teen and tween girls is still looking for an editorial intern for the SPRING semester, one to two days a week beginning in late January. Interest in celebrities, music and pop culture is a must. (Love of magazine quizzes is a plus.) It's a small staff and a fun, laid-back environment, so there will be plenty of chances to pitch ideas and write stories. Duties will also include some administrative work (filing, transcribing interviews) and story research. The internship is flexible and does not need to be for school credit. QuizFest is located in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, just a short subway and bus ride away from Manhattan. Interested candidates should e-mail resumes to akasper@bauerpublishing.com. (OK to mention Ed) ...that WWD Beauty Biz, the monthly glossy trade magazine that provides in-depth coverage and analysis on the beauty industry, is looking for a spring intern. The intern position is a highly demanding one that involves heavy organizational tasks, lots of multitasking, and a passion for beauty and fashion. Interns are responsible for updating our pr contact list, organizing the beauty closet, filing press releases, attending some industry events andwriting front of book pieces on product trends and news. We need someone who can commit to at least 3 days a week and who can start in mid-January and stay with us through April or May. Previous writing experience at a school publication is a must, prior beauty internship experience is a plus. This is an unpaid internship so you must be able to receive school credit to apply. Qualified applicants should email a resume, writing samples and cover letter to Megan_Mcintyre@condenast.com. (OK to mention Ed) ...that New York Magazine is looking for an unpaid intern to assist the fashion editors with the Spring 2008 fashion issue from now through mid-February. This is an unpaid position but students can receive school credit for the internship. Applicants should be available to work 3 to 5 days a week from now until mid-Feb. In addition, and all applicants should have a strong interest in fashion editorial. Please email your resume to: eve.bertinlang@nymag.com. (OK to mention Ed) ...that Western Interiors & Design magazine in Los Angeles currently has openings for unpaid editorial, production, and promotions interns. The ideal candidates will be organized, good multi-taskers, have exceptional phone manner, and be familiar with the editorial environment. They should be team players, willing to be involved in many facets of the editorial workings of the magazine. Contact: vanessak@westerninteriors.com. (OK to mention Ed) ...that The Chicago Collection magazine, a quarterly luxury lifestyle glossy, is now accepting applications for its spring 2008 editorial internship semester. The publication focuses on fashion, dining, culture, beauty, travel, shopping, and the arts. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in all aspects of magazine publishing, from assisting on photo shoots, calling in and tracking clothing samples for shoots, attending and planning events, as well as pitching, writing and editing copy. Duties primarily include fact-checking, proofing, research, trend research and compilation, and occasional short writing assignments. Front-of-book story pitches are encouraged and interns will have the opportunity to participate in editorial meetings to contribute their ideas for the publication. Interns will be spending their time almost exclusively interacting with editorial copy – a strong interest/and or knowledge of fashion and beauty is preferred. Applicants must commit to at least 8-12 hours per week. Please email a cover letter, writing samples and resume to Megan Baldwin and Andrea Kasprzak at meganb@chicagocollection.com , andreak@chicagocollection.com. The Chicago Collection magazine is located in River North. (OK to mention Ed) ...that Cosmopolitan is seeking enthusiastic graphic design students for our busy art/photo department. Candidates must be enrolled in an undergraduate college, preferably in their third or fourth year of study, or enrolled in a graduate school. They must be able to work at least three days a week. Responsibilities include designing layouts for the magazine in InDesign, manipulating images in Photoshop, packing and sending props to photo shoots, providing administration support, maintaining organization within the art /photo department, and performing miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned, etc. This is a demanding internship suitable only for someone who can think fast on his or her feet; a “can do” attitude is a must. Please note that Cosmopolitan internships are unpaid and for school credit only. Please send your cover letter, resume, and samples of work to hchin@hearst.com. No calls please. (OK to mention Ed) ...that amNewYork newspaper, a free daily in Manhattan, is looking for interns for its features department (dining, health, careers, special sections, amInsider). Interns can start either immediately or once the spring semester starts. This is a very hands-on internship, and there is plenty of opportunity to pitch and write stories. Duties also include researching, writing briefs, compiling calendar listings and fact-checking. If interested, e-mail your resume and two clips to jgordon@am-ny.com. (OK to mention Ed) ...that Outdoorlife.com in New York is looking for an online intern. Get great experience working directly with the online editor and magazine staff as you help develop the site and it's blogs. Looking for someone who has skills in Photoshop and HTML. This is a paid internship. You also must be able to receive school credit. We are looking to hire someone immediately. Please contact lindsay.goldenberg@bonniercorp.com with your resume and dates of availability. (OK to mention Ed) ...that Forbes.com, based in NYC, seeks an unpaid intern who would be interested and able to work as an online producer, working to promote stories, move things around on channel pages and otherwise learn to be an assistant online editor. Online editorial experience a big plus. Must be available both Mondays and Tuesdays, ASAP. Please send your resume to mmarcus@forbes.net. **Please note that this is an UNpaid internship. School credit is available. (OK to mention Ed)
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