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******* Ads for an upcoming reality TV series, "Beauty and the Geek" on the WB network, were rejected by two weekly magazines at Time Inc. -- People and Entertainment Weekly -- apparently because they were too sexy and provocative. "We got a call from their folks on the West Coast saying they were not going to be able to run the ads because they were too risque or something," said Kris Coontz, head of Grey Entertainment, the ad agency for the WB. He said he was not able to learn exactly who on the inside had objected, but that the magazines asked for a different version to run in its place. Uncensored ads for the show ran in rival print weeklies, including Us Weekly, Star, In Touch and Life & Style. Those ads showed a doll-sized geeky-looking guy in a white short-sleeve shirt and white socks suspended from his head by the bikini-clad bosom of a shapely model. MORE ONLINE
2. Mediaweek
Although Budget Living is all about affordability, the magazine is digging deep into its own pockets for a slightly richer design. "We're three years old, and it's time to polish and adapt with the times," said BL owner Don Welsh, who noted there is growing competition for a similar demographic from titles such as Cond?© Nast's Domino and Lucky. In the April/May issue, the title tweaked its logo by shrinking the size of "Budget" and expanding "Living," as well as upgrading the title's paper stock. The June/July issue unveils Budget Living's sleek new look. The magazine also expanded its personal finance coverage, expanded its Cheap Sheet column and added a Wall Street-style ticker to the bottom of the section's pages. MORE ONLINE
3. TIME.com
Journalists strive to be influential. But there can't be many who would hope to affect events the way Newsweek has in Afghanistan. The anti-American street protests that erupted there earlier this month--after the magazine reported that a Pentagon investigation would support claims that guards at the U.S. detention center at Guantanamo Bay flushed a copy of the Koran down a toilet--left as many as 17 dead and scores injured. As it turned out, Muslim sensibilities and the U.S.'s image were not the only casualties. Even after retracting the Koran claim, Newsweek found itself in the center of the storm. In a note to the magazine's readers last week, editor Mark Whitaker said the report had been based on information from "a knowledgeable U.S. government source." But, he went on, that source was no longer certain that he had read about the alleged incident in the still unreleased Pentagon report. MORE ONLINE
4. NY Post
The feminine fitness mags want to help the gals get in fatale shape in time for bikini season; goodness knows the guys are ready. Nothing deflates our dreams of getting a bikini-ready body quicker than a celebrity with the benefit of a personal trainer and private chef. Self reminds us of this in a June issue that spends a lot of time sizing up the stars. Interviews with two hard-bodied actresses reveal that Elisabeth Rohm just loves her personal trainer, while Jennifer Garner (lately rumored to be sporting more of a baby bump than a bikini bulge) gives a nice shout-out to hers. A six-step dance workout by a celebrity choreographer seems pathetic when compared with the training hours logged by the likes of J. Lo, Madonna and Gwen Stefani. And a spread on getting a "Tinseltown tummy" at home with a few Pilates moves doesn't seem to inspire much hope either. Oh well, maybe next summer. No woman's fitness magazine is complete without the four-week, fix-everything makeover plan. Shape doesn't disappoint us in that regard. If it doesn't work -- and statistics show that it won't -- the magazine recommends turning to a buddy for dieting support. While we like the idea of eating every day with friends, we can only manage brunch and a mimosa once a week on Sundays. Perhaps sensing this defeatist attitude, Shape comes to the rescue with a happiness checklist, like getting some much-needed R&R or taking a vacation. This assumes, of course, that those activities don't involve eating bonbons on the couch or drinking pina coladas on the beach. MORE ONLINE
***** NYC: WANTED A studio or share in Manhattan below 14th Street, preferably on the west side. I am a magazine reporter, very friendly, quite clean, and extremely courteous. I promise I don't usually use so many adverbs. Looking to start a lease July 15 or August 1. Please e-mail barbarakiviat@hotmail.com with any leads. NYC: A room in a fantastic three-bedroom apartment in New York's Upper East Side is open. The room has its own half-bathroom in a doorman-elevator building with a washer/dryer in the building. Rent is $933 and available starting June 1, and comes partially furnished. For more information, please e-mail Doug at doug_strassler@hotmail.com.
************ ... that Lucky magazine's "Lucky Breaks" editor (who lines up the special discounts/promos that appear in the mag) may be leaving. Our tipster doesn't know if they are searching for a replacement...but they might be! (Do NOT mention Ed) ... that an experienced freelance, Quark-proficient copy editor is needed for media publications starting June 1. Must know AP style. Duties include: Editing stories in Microsoft Word and Quark, fact-checking, cutting stories to fit in Quark and proofreading on page during final phases of production. Must work on-site. E-mail resume and cover letter to: telkin@mediapost.com and jcoleman@mediapost.com. (Official Ed2010 posting) ... that there's an update to this job: CosmoGIRL! magazine is looking for an editorial production associate. Some of the adjectives that we would use to describe our ideal candidate would be: energetic, highly enthusiastic, extremely detail-oriented (meticulous), a multi-tasker, creative, deadline-oriented, a problem-solver, resourceful, flexible, and a team player. Furthermore, it is critical that this person possess strong oral and written communications skills, have a positive "can do" attitude, and willing and able to take initiative. Ultimately, you will be responsible for assisting the editorial production manager and editorial production director in all aspects of editorial page production. One year of consumer magazine production experience IS REQUIRED, however, we will consider candidates with other magazine production experience (ad or edit). Experience working with InDesign, Illustrator & Photoshop is a BIG plus. This is a "pitch-in and do anything necessary" type of role. Interested candidates should send resumes and cover letters (including salary history and requirements) as a Word document or PDF to MagazinesHR4@Hearst.com. Your cover letter should explain why you believe you are the ideal candidate for this position (market yourself) and what experience you've had in the past that has prepared you for a position such as this one. (Please mention Ed). ... that David Atlanta Magazine is looking for an editor. Metro Atlanta's leading gay nightlife publication seeks aggressive journalist with five years experience editing, reporting, writing headlines, familiar with gay issues, arts and nightlife scene, comfortable with deadlines. Competitive salary/ benefits. Send resumes, clips and references by fax (404-876-2709), e-mail (mhennie@sovo.com), or mail to: Editor, David Atlanta, 1075 Zonolite Rd NE, Suite 1-D, Atlanta GA 30306. No calls please. (Do NOT mention Ed) ... that Auburn University Magazine needs an associate editor. Excellent opportunity for talented writer/editor to work for award winning university alumni magazine: identify, develop, write and edit news, features and departments for quarterly publication and to contribute to other editing and production tasks as required. Responsibilities include assisting the editor in planning editorial content; cultivating authors; commissioning and editing articles; and assigning photography/art work. Some nights, weekend work, and travel required. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications or a related discipline and four years of relevant experience in writing, editing or related. Desired Qualifications: Experience in consumer magazine or newspaper writing and editing; strong writing skills that require no initial coaching; ability to make a story sing; and knowledge of AP style. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Job seekers visit www.auburn.edu and link to "employment." (Don't mention Ed) ... that Back Stage (a weekly performing arts paper focusing on acting careers) and its sister publication, The Hollywood Reporter, are hiring for a number of positions in both LA and NYC. Back Stage is primarily seeking an art director (in NYC only) and assistant casting editors (full time, NY & LA) and assistant website editors (part time). The art director will design and layout a weekly tabloid-size paper (about 50 pages long, on average). Assistant casting editors must be excellent typists (70+ wpm), as a TON of material must be quickly and accurately entered on a tight deadline. All assistant editors must also have proofing and editing skills. Opportunities to write articles and participate in other ways will be available once writing ability is proved, so long as it doesn't distract from day-to-day duties. Entry-level pay for most positions. Recent college grads with an interest in film and theatre are encouraged to apply to the assistant editor positions. Other positions may need a longer resume. Some of this has hit the typical job boards already, some of it hasn't; details for most of these positions can be found at the corporate VNU careers job site (the Hollywood Reporter jobs are listed here). See the VNU Business Media job site for contact info and more details on some specific jobs (http://63.251.31.24/bm/bm_jobs.nsf/external?openframeset). Do not call. Do not mention Ed2010. ??¦ that it's also probably a very good time to send story ideas to Back Stage; submit pitches via mail to the top editors of Back Stage East and West, as appropriate. Back Stage and The Hollywood Reporter share the same human resource departments; there is one contact person on each coast. Don't mention Ed. ... that Field & Stream magazine seeks a senior editor with a minimum of five years' experience. Must be familiar with fishing and hunting and be proficient in all aspects of magazine editing, from assigning to line-editing to writing sharp heds and deks. This editor will be responsible for a 6-page front-of-book section every month, as well as some departments and the occasional feature. In addition to being an above par editor, the ideal candidate has good planning and organizational skills and a healthy respect for deadlines, and must also be able to work comfortably in a small staff. If interested please apply here: http://jobs.brassring.com/en/asp/tg/cim_home.asp?partnerid=391&siteid= 5101&codes=NXXX,41517BR (OK to mention Ed) ... that the home department of Shop Etc. needs an intern ASAP! The internship is unpaid, but school credit is available. A great opportunity for someone interested in design--the intern will assist with everything from product requests to photo shoots. Those interested should email a cover letter and resume to kdineen@hearst.com. (OK to mention Ed)
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