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Rename Ed!
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Um, Ed's got a problem. See, like eight years ago when it was just him and a dozen of his starving EA friends hanging out in NYC, Ed thought it would be kitchy to give his group a name. The group came up with Ed2010 -- as in Editors in Chief by the Year 2010. Ed never imagined that his group of twelve would grow to thousands! And when it did, suddenly everyone starting taking the Year 2010 thing waaaaay too seriously. So Ed tried to lighten it up by explaining, We're not saying you have to be an EIC by 2010 ... just get your dream job, 'kay? That worked for like, oh, four more years. But now, Ed has run into another problem (hang in there, Ed's almost done). ... His whippersnapper journalism students who are joining Ed2010 college chapters will now graduate in 2010. And it's a bit unrealistic to suggest that they find their dream job the second they toss their hats. Sooooo ... it's time that Ed gets a new name. But he's stumped. He doesn't know what to call himself. (He's always been a bit schizo, anyway.) Do you have any suggestions? He was thinking Ed Bodega but was afraid that Mediabistro would sue. (J/K!!) Got something better? Email Ed at Ed@ed2010.com. If you pick the name that sticks, we'll send you an "I heart Ed" thong--signed by Ed. You know you want it.

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News
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1. NY Post
Dread at Screwsday (2nd and 3rd items)
By Keith J. Kelly
3/10/06
http://www.nypost.com/business/60744.htm

Art & Antiques is on the block and sources say that "Wild Bill" Curtis, head of CurtCo Media is closing in on a deal. The current owner, Doug Billian, owner of Trans World Publishing in Atlanta, declined to return a call.

Most of Billian's magazines are business-to-business titles and the A&A magazine has been something of stepchild. CurtCo is building a stable of upscale magazines, often by taking over distressed titles aimed at high-end demographics and rehabbing them.

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Bondholders who hold about $550 million in debt at American Media are finally putting pressure on American Media CEO David Pecker, and the company's principal financial backer Thomas H. Lee Partners to start putting up some better numbers. When the company failed to file its third-quarter earnings on time, it created a situation where bondholders could legally issue a notice of default.

The major bondholders have hired the law firm Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft to put pressure on the company that owns the National Enquirer, Star, Shape and Muscle & Fitness. "They are trying to negotiate what kind of terms they can get from the company to not enforce the default," said Ken Meehan, an editor at Debtwire who follows the bond market.

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2. WWD
Memo Pad: Try, Try Again??¦Talleying Up??¦Pinch Hitter??¦
By Jeff Bercovici and Sara James
3/10/06
http://www.wwd.com/issue/article/104934

TRY, TRY AGAIN: Jane Pratt just keeps trying for that comeback - and now she's turned to Gwen Stefani for help. According to sources close to both parties, Pratt is in advanced talks with the "No Doubt" singer to start a women's lifestyle magazine. The title would be part of a bigger multimedia play by Stefani's label, Interscope Records, and would include book and online components. Stefani's lawyer confirmed Thursday that the singer and the former editor are in talks, but insisted there has been "no definitive agreement." He referred other questions to Interscope, which declined to comment. Pratt did not return calls.

In the eight months since Pratt was forced out of her namesake magazine after endless antics, she has been reported to be working on two projects: a satellite radio program for Sirius and a magazine concept she pitched to Time Inc. Neither has gotten off the ground. Pratt has said in the past she hoped to start a magazine for women over 35. While Stefani is 36, a source with knowledge of the talks believed the magazine under discussion would likely skew younger.

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TALLEYING UP: Vogue editor at large Andr?© Leon Talley is known for having extravagant tastes and a fondness for expense accounts. So the news that he, and not Vogue, had just paid for his trip to Milan came as a bit of a surprise to fellow editors at the European collections. One person with Vogue ties spoke of a perceived chill between Talley and Vogue editor in chief Anna Wintour recently, and attributed it to Talley going to Milan on his own steam. However, Talley and a Vogue spokesman dismissed questions about a frisson with Wintour. The spokesman did acknowledge the magazine is keeping a close eye on budgets, given the strength of the euro.

"There was never any feud. This is not a tempest in a teapot," said Talley, by phone from Paris. "It's true I paid for my trip. Budgets are realities. You have to accept that....I felt the winds of fashion were changing, and that it was important to be in Milan at Prada and at the Karl Lagerfeld show for Fendi....I had discussed it with Anna. She was fine with it."

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PINCH HITTER: Andrew Essex didn't spend long on the unemployment line. Two weeks after the shutdown of Absolute, the luxury city magazine he started as editor in chief, Essex has been snapped up by Rodale to serve as a consulting editor for Men's Health and Best Life. "Andrew's an all-star utility player," said David Zinczenko, Men's Health's handy-with-a-sound bite editor in chief. "He understands both design and editorial needs and brings a sophisticated elegance wrapped in a commercially-savvy package." While Essex's contract is a short-term deal, "given how quickly these brands are expanding, it's hard to tell what business opportunities may arise for us or for him in near future," said Zinczenko.

For now, Essex is going to be concentrating on Best Life, the not-quite-two-year-old Men's Health spin-off for older readers. Editor in chief Steve Perrine said he will use Essex to help create new sections, revamp the front of the book and add to the title's stable of writers, which already includes David Mamet, Jay McInerney and David Owen.

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3. PDN Online
How To Edit 40,000 Photos In A Day
By Daryl Lang
3/9/06
http://www.pdnonline.com/pdn/newswire/article_display.jsp?vnu_content_id=1002155329

It's 6:45 a.m. the day after the Oscars, and sunlight has begun to filter through the windows of the US Weekly office in New York. Three editors circle a big conference table stacked with photo printouts--images under consideration to fill the celebrity magazine's 20-some pages of Oscar coverage. Monday is deadline day, which leaves them just a few hours to sift through tens of thousands of photos.

Senior editor Albert Lee picks up a picture of Jennifer Garner clowning around in her Oscar dress. "What the hell is she doing?" Lee cries. "Eff her!" He casts Garner aside. Patti Wilson, the deputy photo editor, suggests a photo that shows the "March Of The Pengiuns" filmmakers throwing a couple of stuffed penguins up in the air in celebration of their Oscar win. Lee hates it. "I mean, come on," he moans.

Also unimpressed is deputy art director Nicole Cummo, who has teamed with Lee on US Weekly's Oscar coverage for the last three years. "The penguins are not going to make it in," she says flatly. Two photo editors, Wilson and Colleen Stoll, have been in the office all night printing Oscar pictures. (They managed to exhaust all four of their color printers and had to summon a tech guy from home at 1 a.m. for emergency repairs.) Up on the wall, a big flat-screen monitor displays even more digital photos streaming in from about a dozen wire services. It's not even 4 a.m. in Hollywood, and the parties are just ending. Suddenly, a picture on the table catches everyone's eye. "Oh that's fabulous!" Lee says. "I could look at that all day," Cummo agrees.

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Whisper Jobs
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Ed hears ...

... that Volleyball.com is looking to hire an editor. Volleyball.com is one of the most popular volleyball Web sites in the world. We plan to launch an online and print magazine. Please contact President/Founder Dan Aranda if you're an editor with a great passion for the world's 2nd most popular sport: VOLLEYBALL. Email dan@volleyball.com or fax resume to 262-369-0800. (OK to mention Ed)

... that Las Vegas Home & Design magazine is looking for a fabulous art director, someone with an eye for design, capable of visualizing and executing high quality, high impact photo shoots. This magazine has a small team working on it, so be prepared to shine. This is a great career opportunity for a young, vibrant artist who wants to be super involved in the process. Send resumes to: Greenspun Media Group Attn: Human Resources 2290 Corporate Circle Dr., #250 Henderson, NV 89014; Fax: (702) 990-2593; E-mail: jessica.eaton@gmgvegas.com We need you now! (Best not to mention Ed)

... that Boca Raton magazine (bocamag.com), the glossy lifestyle publication based in Boca and covering all of South Florida, is looking for a highly experienced creative director. Must be able to run the business end of a small art department from team management under strict deadlines to design and photography direction. Mastery of Adobe Photoshop and InDesign required. Please send resume to editor@bocamag.com (Best not to mention Ed)

... that Muscle & Fitness magazine in Woodland Hills, California, is looking for an experienced managing editor. Job duties include working with EIC and executive editor to assist in day-to-day operations of the magazine. Managing editor is responsible for supervising story editors and copy editors, managing and supervising the production and shipping cycle, maintaining production schedules, assisting in planning. Some writing and editing. Cover letters and resumes should be sent to jobs@weiderpub.com. OK to mention Ed.

... that a monthly newspaper (in Mamaroneck, NY) seeks a publishing assistant to manage office and work closely with publisher and editor on a diverse array of tasks: Proofread paper in layout and contribute feature articles; Maintain financial records and generate reports. Update circulation database; Perform internet and telephone research for publisher; Answer phones and conduct follow up; Support publisher and contribute to special projects pertaining to the growth of the newspaper. Skills: Excellent phone manner and customer service skills; Ability to handle multiple assignments, establish priorities and follow through; Work efficiently, be reliable and punctual; Superior organizational skills, problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Must be able to multi-task in a deadline-oriented environment. Knowledge of MS Word, Outlook and Excel required, QuarkXPress or web design experience a plus. Requires a Bachelor's Degree and 1-2 years of office experience. Will consider graduates with solid internships in publications, journalism or related fields. This position needs to be filled immediately!!! Please send resume with salary requirements to rlevin@wjchronicle.com.

Internships

... that the Cargo magazine (owned by Conde Nast) Fashion department is looking for interns for its fashion closet. We are looking for enrolled students that are interested in learning the ins & outs of a men's fashion magazine. The work includes: tracking samples coming in & going out, assisting market editors by following up on clothing requests, going on photo shoots, and organizing the many samples that are used for stories. Please only contact if you are willing to work VERY hard, have a good attitude, and an interest in the fashion part of publishing. This internship does not pay and is good for school credit. Part time internships are available as well. Please email resume and letter of interest to Erica Claustro at Erica_Claustro@condenast.com

... that paid part-time internships are available year-round in the editorial department of Metropolitan Media Group, publisher of the lifestyle magazines: Lake Minnetonka, Saint Paul Illustrated, Eden Prairie, Woodbury, Edina, Plymouth, Apple Valley, Eagan, Bloomington, Maple Grove, St. Croix Valley, Chanhassen, Downtown Minneapolis and CitySouth; MinnesotaBusiness magazine; and several custom products and publications. The position involves fact-checking, participating in staff meetings and projects, and some writing for regular departments within the magazines, as well as the opportunity to advance toward feature and personality profile story writing. Starts: January, May, September. Payment: $200 / term. Requirements: Hard working, ambitious, interest in magazine journalism; some experience writing journalistic feature stories is helpful but not required. Candidates for these positions must be detail-oriented self-starters with a flair for creativity. Contact: To apply, please mail a cover letter, resume and three writing samples to Metropolitan Media Group, Editorial Internship Coordinator, 5001 American Blvd. W., Suite 400, Bloomington, MN 55437. Apply by Nov. 1 for winter internship, by April 15 for summer internship and by July 15 for fall internship. No phone calls or e-mails, please. (Official Ed2010 posting)

... that Hachette Filipacchi Media U.S. Inc is looking for college students interested in spring internships. We have opportunities for unpaid internships in the design, art, beauty, fashion, and editorial departments of some of the most well known magazines throughout the world. Superb organizational and interpersonal skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required. Please e-mail resumes to mguillen@hfmus.com (OK to mention Ed)

... that Good Housekeeping Magazine is looking for a photo intern for this summer. Internship must be for class credit and canidates should ideally be majoring in photography. Please contact Toni at tpaciello@hearst.com.

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