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The folks known as Generation X are on the verge of turning 40, and apparently they're getting cranky about it. The thirty-something generation is irked, irritated and downright peeved, writes Gen Xer Jeff Gordinier in "Has Generation X Already Peaked?," a bitterly hilarious screed in the April issue of Details, a magazine for young men. They're irked at their elders, the obnoxiously self-mythologizing Baby Boomers. They're irritated at the younger generation whom they consider airheads -- Generation Y or the "millennials," who came of age around 2000. And they're peeved that the media have failed to get sufficiently excited that Generation X is turning 40.

"While the boomers and the millennials have been out gulping up all of that mass-media oxygen, somebody seems to have forgotten to put together the Newsweek cover story about Generation X on the brink of turning 40," Gordinier grumbles. "Could it be that the age group that popularized the phrase jumped the shark has done just that? . . . Is Generation X already obsolete?"

Gordinier doesn't actually answer those questions, which are absurd and unanswerable anyway, but he does have a good time ranting and venting in delightfully comic fashion.

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Out magazine has ended a nearly six-month search to fill the vacant position of editor in chief with the appointment of Aaron Hicklin, who has been editor in chief at progressive-culture title BlackBook since 2003.

Mr. Hicklin, who is expected to meet with Out's staff today and starts his new job April 24, fills a position that has been empty since October, when Brendan Lemon left after five years as editor in chief.

"With his stellar track record, we are excited that Aaron is stepping into this position to lead the team at Out," said Joe Landry, VP-publisher, Out. "Aaron will play a key role in the continued success of Out and capturing the next generation of readers."

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... that Time Out New York Kids magazine is looking for an experienced executive editor. Responsibilities include assigning features, and top editing numerous arts sections; collaborating with TONY Kids Director on coverage and long-term planning; top edit weekly web coverage; and participating in media on behalf of the magazine (TV, radio, etc.). Qualified candidates should have 6+ years prior magazine experience, including top editing responsibilities (experience at a city magazine/web site, or arts-related publications or sections is a plus), experience concepting and packaging major features, with a focus on service and the arts, excellent writing, reporting and research skills, and the ability to meet quick deadlines and work efficiently. Only qualified individuals who send resume, cover letter, writing clips, AND salary requirements to hr@timeoutny.com or fax to 646.432.3010 will be considered. No phone calls please. It is okay to mention Ed2010 when submitting your resume.

... that Parents magazine is looking for a highly organized and enthusiastic editorial assistant to provide support to the home editor, lifestyle editor, and news editor. Responsibilities include calling in/sending out product, organizing prop/craft closets, assisting on photo shoots, attending trade shows/press events, some writing, some research, credit procurement, and fact-checking, as well as a multitude of administrative duties. Must be able to work independently, manage many tasks simultanewously and have an interest in home design, crafts, and children's products. Knowlege of QPS a plus. To apply, please submit a COVER LETTER as well as a Resume to nyhr@meredith.com

... that Portland Monthly seeks a research editor with 2 to 5 years' experience at national, regional or city magazines to: Conceive, manage and execute data-intensive projects to support magazine service packages such as Best Schools, Top Doctors, Real Estate guides, etc.; Provide overall research support to editors and integrate research projects with design and editorial teams; Oversee fact-checking process; Manage interns. Please submit your r?sum?, cover letter and up to five samples of published work, along with three professional references, to employment@portlandmonthlymag.com. (Do NOT mention Ed)

... that Seattle Metropolitan, a new city magazine launched by Portland Monthly, Inc., in March 2006, seeks a senior editor to generate and execute imaginative news and service features; recruit and manage writers; and produce polished, high-quality copy on tight deadlines. Required: 2 to 5 years' experience in magazine editing and service journalism. Desired: Smart, crisp writing; original ideas; knowledge of food, travel and style; ability to visualize layouts and collaborate well with our designers. Please submit your r?sum?, cover letter and up to five samples of published work, along with three professional references, to employment@seattlemet.com. (Do NOT mention Ed)

... that Seattle Metropolitan also seeks a research editor with 2 to 5 years' experience at national, regional or city magazines to: Conceive, manage and execute data-intensive projects to support magazine service packages such as Best Schools, Top Doctors, Real Estate guides, etc.; Provide overall research support to editors and integrate research projects with design and editorial teams; Oversee fact-checking process; Manage interns. Please submit your r?sum?, cover letter and up to five samples of published work, along with three professional references, to employment@seattlemet.com. (Do NOT mention Ed)

... that the assistant editor position at LIFE Magazine has been filled.

Internships

... that the CosmoGIRL beauty department is looking for an organized intern 2-3 days a week this summer. Start date would ideally be June 13th or the week prior. You must be able to receive school credit. Send resumes to Emily Warren at ewarren@hearst.com (OK to mention Ed)

... that a part time summer intern is wanted for Gifts & Decorative Accessories, a business to business (trade) magazine aimed at gift store owners, owned by major publishing company and located in NYC. Credit only (transportation reimbursed). Open to continuing into school year a plus. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, deadline-conscious, and interested in journalism as a career. Responsibilities: Attend editorial meetings; Write short articles for magazine, web site; Call in products, art elements, editorial submissions; track and make follow up calls; Copy edit and proofread; Attend industry events in the metro region; Complete other research including statistics for feature stories, company locations and new product information; Help host annual awards banquet; Provide clerical assistance to editors as needed; At the discretion of the Editor in Chief, write one complete market report upon completion of tenure, for which intern will receive byline and customary payment. Qualifications: A minimum of two years completed college coursework, preferably in a related field such as English, Journalism, or Communications; Interest in pursuing a career in text-based journalism; Strong writing skills and experience. Please send three clips; a writing exercise will be required. Web experience a plus, but not required. Please send resume and clips by May 1 to: Summer Internship, Gifts & Decorative Accessories, 360 Park Ave. South, New York, NY 10010 or email editorialdesk@reedbusiness.com. (OK to mention Ed)

... that there is an intern needed (with a future possibility of full time employment): Brand spanking new on-line art column, community, and gallery is in desperate need of art enthusiast slash writer slash editor slash visionary to work part time in downtown office. Must be computer literate, witty, and organized. Must have knowledge of both art and pop culture. If this sounds like the job for you please submit your resume to cassandra@catmacart.com (OK to mention Ed)

... that MAR Magazine (Mid-Atlantic Riviera), a luxury, regional lifestyle magazine for New Jersey urban suburbanites, is looking for interns. Our offices are located in Red Bank, New Jersey. Please visit marmagazine.com to preview on our current issue. We are looking for students who are English, Communications and Photography majors and currently enrolled in college full-time to interview for our Spring/Summer 2006 internship program. This is a great opportunity for those interested in an exciting writing and editing career to gain experience at a regional lifestyle magazine. You will experience the daily ins and outs of working at a magazine as well as have the chance to boost your clips. Tasks include but are not limited to: generating research and story ideas for the magazine, fact-checking, copyediting, interviewing subjects, assisting market editors with calling in samples and tracking packages, attending press events, and generating copy. Light office work is also required. We're looking for fantastic research skills, great correspondence skills, the ability to work quickly under deadlines and amazing attention to detail. Please submit a resume and two examples of pitches that you'd like to see in the summer issues of MAR to: Managing Editor Stephanie Scott at sscott@marmagazine.com. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. (OK to mention Ed)

... that if you want to jump start your career in journalism, an internship at Saturday Night Magazine might be the perfect fit for you. Interns should be available for 3 hrs a day at least one day per week. Responsibilities include calling PR contacts, writing short articles and product reviews, copy-editing, researching for upcoming stories, and conducting interviews. The position is unpaid but applicants have the opportunity to earn school credit. Prior experience in journalism a plus. If interested, please send a compelling r?sum? and a short writing sample (no more than 200 words) to our editorial assistant, Melissa Greenwood, at melissarosegreenwood@gmail.com . OK to mention Ed.

... that In Style magazine is looking for graphic design intern(s) for the art department to start as soon as possible and stay on through the end of the summer. Responsibilities include assisting the art department with all daily tasks including scanning, organizing of incoming film, distribution of layouts, and production duties among many others. Please remember that this is an internship for the art department, and thus specific skills are required, including PhotoShop and QuarkXPress. InDesign and Illustrator are a plus. Candidate must be extremely organized, a fast worker, and have the ability to multi-task, and should have a desire to work in magazine design in the future. Full- and part-time positions available. This is a paid internship. Prior magazine experience is a plus, but not required. All qualified applicants should send cover letter, resume, and work samples, if available, to artintern06@hotmail.com. Please be prepared to show your Portfolio.

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