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Inside Scoop Seminar is FULL
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Spots went fast for the Inside Scoop: How to Get the Magazine Job You Want. Those who have spots or are on the waiting list received email notices yesterday. (If you didn't get in this time, don't worry, Ed will plan another soon). He loves you mucho.

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Ed News
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1. Women??™s Wear Daily
Memo Pad
By Jeff Bercovici
10/5/05
http://www.wwd.com/issue/article/101752

YOU READER, ME JANE: As awkward introductions go, "I'm the new editor of this magazine" isn't as bad as, say, "I'm your new mommy." But it can still be tricky, particularly when the previous editor was a semi-celebrity whose name is still on the cover and whose free-associative letters were a must-read. It was a challenge Brandon Holley faced when she sat down to write her own note to readers in the November issue of Jane (like WWD, part of Fairchild Publications). She starts by addressing what happened to her predecessor. "After nine years of running the show (an eternity in this business), founding editor Jane Pratt has decided to move on to the finer things in life," Holley writes. Next comes establishing her bona fides, which, in her case, include writing Jane's car column back in the day. "Perhaps you hard-core devotees remember some of my groundbreaking reportage ??” like how to use your pantyhose as a fan belt in a pinch?"

The reference to Jane's past is apt, as Holley says her goal is to reinforce the magazine's original mission. "We're bringing it back to what it was," she said Tuesday. Toward that end, the November issue, with Nicole Richie on the cover, features two new sections: Psych, a home for the magazine's formerly dispersed advice columns, and Live, a place to put "real-life stuff." The changes are the first in a gradual makeover that will culminate in March with the official relaunch issue. "We're in the laboratory trying to figure it all out right now," said Holley.

Meanwhile, Jane's masthead continues to morph. The newest additions both worked under Holley at Ellegirl. Marie Suter was art director there; she replaces Johan Svensson as creative director. Brekke Fletcher, most recently managing editor of FHM, replaces Debbie McHugh, now managing editor of Aspen magazine. All together, now: They're so Jane!

2. New York Post
MEDIA INK
By KEITH J. KELLY
10/5/05
http://www.nypost.com/business/54745.htm

NO NEWS IS U.S. NEWS
MORE heads are rolling at Mort Zuckerman's embattled U.S. News & World Report.

In a bid to cut costs and try to get back to the black, the magazine that has been known as the third newsweekly is going to stop doing news.

Oh, and they are lopping off heads once again ??” about 6 percent of the workforce, 10 people from the 160-person editorial staff.
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Jane's choice
In July, Jane Pratt exited Jane, the magazine she founded eight years earlier, to attempt another media venture. Now she may be considering a return to print after all.

While talks with Sirius Satellite Radio are still said to be percolating, nothing definitive has been announced yet.

Meanwhile, Pratt was spotted on the 34th floor of Time Inc. meeting with Editor in Chief Norman Pearlstine and a few other suits recently.
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3. Jossip.com
Brendan Lemon walks out on Out
10/5/05
http://www.jossip.com/gossip/out-magazine/brendan-lemon-walks-out-on-out-20051005.php

If life gives you Lemons, you turn them into a tart, citrus-filled .. gay rag. At least that's what Out editor-in-chief Brendan Lemon had been doing until yesterday ??” when he quit.

Jossip learned exclusively the former New Yorker culture editor gathered his staff on West 27th and announced his voluntary resignation, claiming he had done all he could do to turn Out into a "smart," visionary queer title.

Or, as we like to call it, a more butch Details.

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Whisper Jobs
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... that ADDitude magazine, the health and lifestyle magazine for families with attention deficit disorder, is looking for editors. Must have experience assigning and editing features, strong rewriting and editing skills, experience in health, education, parenting. Open positions include full-time Senior Editor and part-time project editors, all in ADDitude's 37th St. office in Manhattan. Contact Susan Caughman: susan@newhopemedia.com. (OK to mention Ed)

... that OK! magazine needs a copy editor to work on Tuesday, October 11th. Job will involve entering editorial changes and proofreading pages. Facility with Quark and prior magazine copyediting experience necessary. Hours are from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 or 7:00 p.m. While it's only a one-day job, future work is possible. Please send resume to art.vaughan@ok-magazine.com. (OK to mention Ed)

... that SignOnSanDiego.com, the website of The San Diego Union-Tribune, is seeking a content producer to manage two content sections of the Entertainment Guide. This position's responsibilities will include: writing profiles and/ or reviews of performers, events and venues; contributing to the maintenance of events/ venues database. In addition, this position will conceptualize and create multi-page editorial features and content; assign projects to and work with freelancers. The qualified candidates must have a bachelor's degree with a major in journalism, communications, English or related field plus three years copywriting, editing or relevant journalistic experience required. This will include one-year experience producing online editorial and video content; equivalency considered. Strong interest in local arts & entertainment, to include above-average knowledge of local and national visual art/dance/theater, strongly preferred. Candidates must have strong Web production skills, knowledge of Internet publishing and HTML; excellent verbal/ written communications skills, ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work in a deadline-driven environment is necessary. Basic graphic tools experience a plus. Exposure to Associated Press (AP) style or other house style guidelines strongly preferred. Must be able to work extended hours, as needed. We are proud to offer an excellent benefits package, to our regular full-time employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), retirement, tuition assistance and more. E-mail your resume, salary requirements and writing samples to ut.jobs@uniontrib.com. Reference job code 42-05/KJ. (Best not to mention Ed)

... that Saturday Night Magazine, a Los Angeles based college magazine which reaches an audience of 175,000 Southern Californian college students each month, is looking for a new web designer. To apply email KCanary@snmag.com. (OK to mention Ed)

Interns, ahoy

... that Advocate.com is looking for editorial interns in New York to assist the news features editor in generating news stories for Advocate.com. We are looking for student journalists with exceptional reporting, writing, and editing skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Interns work closely with editors and have ample opportunities to write. Prior news reporting and writing required. Submit resume, cover letter, and three writing samples to jobs@lpimedia.net. (OK to mention Ed)

... that SELF magazine's beauty department is looking for an organized, responsible and enthusiastic intern to assist with their annual Healthy Beauty Awards. Tasks include: Organizing products, keeping detailed records, sending products out to be tested and assisting at product testing focus sessions. Must be in college or a recent college grad who, ideally, has an interest in beauty and journalism. Internship is from Monday, October 24 through Friday, January 20, 2006. Hours are 10 am - 6 pm, 5 days/week. Please email resume and cover letter to selfbeautyinternship@yahoo.com by Monday, October 10. (OK to mention Ed)

... that CITY magazine (www.city-magazine.com), an award-winning national lifestyle publication based in NYC, seeks unpaid editorial interns for the fall and winter, to begin IMMEDIATELY. Duties include researching, fact checking, copyediting, proofreading, and writing for a number of sections. You will get clips! Two-day commitment required. Must have prior journalism experience, as well as a keen eye and a way with words. Perks include kick-ass SoHo location (Mercer and Prince), small, casual office environs with a fun and young edit staff, and your name in print in our Spring Fashion and Travel issues. Send a brief cover letter, resume and maximum of three writing samples to alex@city-magazine.com. OK to mention Ed.

... that iCaramba U, the only magazine for Latino college students, still needs to fill two editorial internship positions. One intern will focus on the college edition, the second intern will work on the high school edition. Interns will receive a stipend and tons of experience. Must be able to think up and refine engaging concepts, edit finished stories. Candidates will work at least 3 days per week (flexible) in our New York City office. College credit for the Fall '05 / Spring '06 is available and recommended. Qualifications: Excellent writing and communication skills; Evidence of leadership potential; An active interest in the Latino media/entertainment industry; Must be comfortable working with Mac computers and Quark XP. Send a cover letter and resume in MS Word format to Editor in Chief Jennifer Rodriguezat jodriguez@latcominc.com. Be sure to include "editorial internship" in the subject of email. (Official Ed2010 Posting)

... that BlackBook Magazine is looking for interns in the fashion department. Must be a hard worker and detail oriented. Duties include handling pick ups and returns from PR firms as well as organizing the fashion closet. Interns will have the opportunity to attend all the photo shoots. Previous magazine experience a plus but not necessary. Interest in fashion amust. Please send resumes to Souhi Lee at slee@blackbookmag.com. (OK to mention Ed)

... that CO-ED Magazine, located in Hoboken, NJ (5 minutes from NYC via the Path), is looking for 1 or 2 interns to start work in the fashion dept ASAP. Please send resumes and letters to Style Director Kristyna Kane @ Kristyna@co-edmagazine.com (OK to mention Ed)

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Send your whisper jobs and internships to whispers@ed2010.com!
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