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Dollmag.ca editorial interns (unpaid)

Job/Internship type: 
Freelance
Company/Publication Name: 
Dollmag.ca
Location: 
Toronto, Canada
Description: 

Doll is an online publication that strives to represent young,
professional women across all spectrums in Toronto and its surrounding
areas. Our diverse editorial team will provide critical commentary on the
issues young women are concerned with today.

We are looking for submissions from anywhere in the world. Sections
include culture/travel, sex/health, careers/business, fashion/beauty,
arts/media and opinion.

Unfortunately we are unable to pay our writers at this time.

We look forward to hearing from you!
Posted 9/3/09

Contact: 
Please send an email to shetu@dollmag.ca for more information.
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Slate's business site, The Big Money, Editorial Intern

Job/Internship type: 
Full-time
Company/Publication Name: 
Slate's business site, The Big Money
Location: 
New York, NY
Description: 

The intern’s primary responsibilities include pitching and producing articles, plus assistance as needed on research, production, community management, and daily operations.

Ideal candidates will be organized, will be diplomatic, and will have excellent writing skills. They will also demonstrate good editorial judgment and an avid interest in business, finance and economics, web applications and the future of online journalism. Some editorial experience preferred. Basic proficiency in HTML and Adobe Photoshop desirable.

The position is for the fall semester, unpaid, for credit only. The intern must be a current student enrolled in a degree program.

We’re hoping to find someone who loves The Big Money, has lots of ideas about how to cover business online, and is keen to help us develop all areas of the site.

Please specify your availability (part-time or full-time? away for certain weeks?) for September through December. The deadline for applications is Friday, Sept. 11, 2009.
Posted 9/3/09

Contact: 
To apply, please send résumé, cover letter, three clips (published articles, blog entries, and classroom assignments all acceptable), and a short critique of a story that's appeared in TBM recently to tbminterns@gmail.com
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Chicksinthehuddle.com Writers

Job/Internship type: 
Freelance
Company/Publication Name: 
Chicksinthehuddle.com
Location: 
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Description: 

Chicksinthehuddle.com, the first and only website dedicated to female fans
of the New Orleans Saints, is getting a “nest makeover” and seeking new
chicks to complete our coop. We’re looking for female writers who love
football. You don’t need to be an expert but you do need to have a firm
grasp of the basics and keep up with latest happenings with the NFL team of
your choice.

If you can write about football with flair, love the Super Bowl as much as
you love a good sale, and can handle yourself in an interview with some of
the biggest names in the league, the mother ship is calling you home!

Posted 9/2/09

Contact: 
If you're interested, send a resume, 2 football related writing samples, and details on which team you'd like to cover to nolachick@chicksinthehuddle.com. Please refer to our site to get a sense of its tone before applying.
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FREELANCE WRITERS/BLOGGERS for London-based site

Job/Internship type: 
Freelance
Company/Publication Name: 
8thtv
Location: 
London, UK
Description: 

8thtv, a start up online entertainment portal aimed at the contemporary urban faith based market aged 18-34, is seeking talented, witty and highly motivated writers for various creative categories including Music, Fashion, Health and Fitness, Culture and Travel. Our audience is stylish and forward-thinking–think Christianity in high heels! We’re not about bible bashing rather transformation of the body, mind and soul.

You must be completely immersed (and guiltily so) in your chosen category with a proven ability to write smart, STAND OUT witty features and blogs that provoke dialogue and out-of-the-box thinking. Consider how your work will appeal to the faith based yet not alienate a mainstream audience.

All work unpaid at the moment but with high hopes this will change in the future!
Posted 9/1/09

Contact: 
Pitch yourself to us in a short witty introductory note attaching your CV/example of your work and 3 ideas you feel would appeal to our audience to hello@divafilms.co.uk stating your category of choice.
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Babymamalove and Imaginas Creativo Editor/Writer

Job/Internship type: 
Freelance
Company/Publication Name: 
Babymamalove and Imaginas Creativo
Location: 
Remote
Description: 

Babymamalove and Imaginas Creativo are seeking a chic and discerning confessed online shop-a-holic for a fashion editorial post. This person will be able to scour websites like Ebay and Etsy to find the best of what’s out there in fashion, stylish baby gear, toys, and anything else a vibrant stylish mom should covet.

Market editor experience is a plus. Fashion interns are welcome to apply for this post as well. After all, the most important thing here is good taste, an eye for the cool, chic and quality and an ability to weed out the ugly, unsuitable and overall junk. Must have a witty and original writing voice of your own. Pay is small unfortunately, but set as a monthly retainer. There are other perks involved however.

Please write us a letter describing your personal style philosophy and why you think you’re best suited for this post, must also list minimum monthly retainer requirements for pay as well as past RELATED experiences that are applicable.
Posted 9/1/09

Contact: 
Email with subject heading: CHIC SMART FASHION SHOPPING EDITOR FOR BML.... to bml.editorial@gmail.com
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LIME.com Internship

Job/Internship type: 
Full-time
Company/Publication Name: 
LIME.com
Location: 
Remote
Description: 

Healthy living website LIME.com is seeking an unpaid fall intern (Sept. through Nov.). Candidate must be passionate about health, wellness and sustainable living, have web savvy, be up on current events and have knowledge of (or willingness to learn) basic html. Duties will include creative, informational writing, light research and day-to-day website maintenance. Office is virtual and schedule is flexible.
Posted 9/1/09

Contact: 
Please respond via email (to jessica.ridenour@gaiam.com) with your resume/work experience, short writing sample (published or unpublished) and a couple of sentences about why you’re the best qualified for this position.
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NicerNews.com Writers

Job/Internship type: 
Freelance
Company/Publication Name: 
NicerNews.com
Location: 
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Description: 

I run an all positive based non-profit newspaper called Nicernews.com and I am looking for writers to submit stories to the site. Although I can not provide payment for the pieces at this time I intend to do so in the future. To check out the genre of topics that articles can be submitted to please take a look at the site, there is quite a variety.
(www.nicernews.com)

I am also looking for interns that would like to help with social networking and partial managing of the site.

Posted 08/31/09

Contact: 
Please contact Megan at contact@nicernews.com.
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West Valley Health & Living Freelance Writers

Job/Internship type: 
Freelance
Company/Publication Name: 
West Valley Health & Living
Location: 
Glendale, AZ
Description: 

West Valley Health & Living magazine, a new health, fitness & lifestyle publication in Glendale, Arizona, is looking for talented writers. The magazine just launched in August and will be assigning stories for the October issue within the next few days.

We’re looking for writers who are able to turn in quality content on deadline. Journalism experience is preferred as well as basic knowledge of AP Style, interview techniques and proper grammar usage. We’re hoping to build a stable staff of freelancers, so serious inquiries only. We cannot offer compensation for this issue, but compensation will be available with upcoming issues.

To learn more about the magazine and see our August issue, visit www.westvalleyhealthandliving.com.

Posted 08/31/09

Contact: 
To apply, please e-mail your writing resume and at least 1-2 writing samples to Marlene at marlene.montanez@gmail.com Previously published work is preferred.
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PARENTS PHOTO INTERNSHIP

Job/Internship type: 
Full-time
Company/Publication Name: 
Parents/American Baby Magazine
Location: 
New York, NY
Description: 

Parents/American Baby Magazine is looking for two photo interns for the
Fall’09 semester. Candidates should be eager to learn about how a photo
department of a national magazine runs. The responsibilities include photo
research, helping on photo shoots and observing, general administrative
duties such as messengering props, organizing film and sending out issues.
Candidates should be resourceful, responsible and able to learn quickly.
You must be
able to receive college credit and work two full work days from 9:30am to
5:30pm.
Posted 8/27/09

Contact: 
Please email your resume and cover letter, as a PDF, along with your fall availability and start date to sarah.sebastiano@meredith.com.
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ESSENCE Editorial Assistant

Job/Internship type: 
Freelance
Company/Publication Name: 
ESSENCE
Location: 
New York, NY
Description: 

Essence magazine is looking for a full-time freelance editorial assistant in the Health and
Relationships department. EA responsibilities would include conducting
background research for columns and features, doing on-the-street
interviews, writing short stories. Various administrative duties would
include processing invoices, preparing contracts for writers, sending out
review copies, calling in products, maintaining a small library of books
and accessories, attending press events and more. Candidate should be
detail-oriented, self-motivated, fast workers, and creative with great
interviewing skills and an interest in health, fitness, food, and
relationships content.

Posted 8/26/09

Contact: 
Please send your resume, cover letter and any writing samples to healthyliving@essence.com.
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Modelinia.com Editorial Assistant

Job/Internship type: 
Freelance
Company/Publication Name: 
Modelinia.com
Location: 
New York, NY
Description: 

Be Our Awesome Editorial Assistant

Modelinia is a new website dedicated to connecting women with fashion, beauty, and lifestyle trends through the eyes and experiences of the world’s supermodels.

We are looking for a freelance editorial assistant to support our amazing team of Web editors in all aspects of creating Modelinia and its addictive content.

If you are a hardworking, diligent, and efficient—we want to hire you.

We’re looking for candidates with:

- Print or digital media experience

- Strong writing, editing, and research skills

- Creative out-of-the box thinking

- A proactive positive attitude, whether sending a fax or writing a feature

- Knowledge of the fashion industry and interest in models

Candidates should feel comfortable:

- Working in a fast-paced environment to support a team in researching, fact-checking, and various editorial needs

- Brainstorming concepts for articles, blog posts, and slideshows

- Writing promotional copy on tight deadlines

- Interviewing celebrities and attending events

- Learning content management tools to publish daily promotions

Posted 8/26/09

Contact: 
Please send a cover letter and resume to editorialjobs@modelinia.com We can’t wait to hear from you!
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DailyCandy NYC Editor

Job/Internship type: 
Full-time
Company/Publication Name: 
DailyCandy
Location: 
New York, NY
Description: 

DailyCandy is looking for a New York City Editor to manage all content for
the daily New York edition of DailyCandy, including pitching, assigning,
scheduling, writing, editing, and proofreading daily stories, website
content, and any other copy related to the promotion and production of
DailyCandy New York; ensures that all editorial meets established content
standards; and helps with the recruitment and management of freelance
writers in New York City. Candidate should have at least 2-3 years of
editorial experience; a strong knowledge of the New York scene as it
relates to fashion, food, and culture; and strong writing and editing
skills.
Posted 8/25/09

Contact: 
lpangan@fandango.com
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Remezcla.com - Editorial Interns

Job/Internship type: 
Full-time
Company/Publication Name: 
Remezcla.com
Location: 
Brooklyn, NY
Description: 

Are you passionate about Latino culture? Do you want to go backstage at concerts, cover red carpets at film festivals, and listen to new music before everyone else? Then you definitely want to be part of the Fall 2009 Remezcla.com internship program. We are looking for college students to join our team.

Remezcla.com is an online guide to cutting-edge Latino culture with editions in Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, New York and San Francisco. Remezcla.com covers a wide range of events and trends including concerts, art exhibits, films and restaurants from a hip, entertaining and smart point of view. We are a leading content provider of Latino content for partners such as AOL, MySpace and more.

What we’re looking for:
• Broad knowledge of and interest in your local Latino cultural scene
• Completely immersed (and guiltily so) in Latino/Latin American pop culture trends
• Excellent writing skills in English, knowledge of Spanish a plus
• The following must not be foreign to you: ceviche, Calle 13, Gael Garcia Bernal, Juan Luis Guerra, Café Tacvba, pupusas.
• Strong computer skills (MS Office)
• Thoroughly familiar with online social media
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Available to work from 16-40 hours a week in our Williamsburg, Brooklyn headquarters
Posted 8/25/09

Contact: 
Email your resume to us at jobs[at]remezcla.com (write “NYRemezcla.com Internship” in subject line.) Tell us briefly about yourself and why you’re interested in being part of our team. Make sure to send us links to your blog, Twitter page, Flickr, Facebook, YouTube, etc. As part of our internship program you will have the opportunity to work with editors in the daily production of the online city guides. This includes: covering events, conducting interviews, writing reviews, maintaining event listings, pitching article ideas, and more.
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BroBible.com Seeks Freelance Writers (paid)

Job/Internship type: 
Freelance
Company/Publication Name: 
BroBible.com
Location: 
New York, NY
Description: 

BroBible.com, a new blog/website targeting 18- to 35-year-old socially active, upwardly mobile men, is seeking fun, smart, experienced freelance writers with one or more of the following areas of expertise/interest: college life & campus trends; the Greek/party culture; college football; the NFL; college basketball; the NBA; the NHL; the restaurant/bar/nightlife scene; video games/tech; adventure travel & sports; everyday men’s fashion/sneakers/gear; movies; TV; and mainstream (pop/hip-hop/rock) music. We are NOT looking for sex/relationship or fitness writers at this time. Writers should be passionate about their topics of choice and should bring a strong, unique voice to their writing. How will your pieces STAND OUT both on our site and amid the noise of the blogosphere? Send us a short introductory email (no formal cover letters necessary), a resume, and a few clips (college paper, blog, wherever). Yes, we definitely pay.
Posted 8/25/09

Contact: 
Contact: brobibleeditor (at) gmail (dot) com
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POSHGLAM.com Seeks Seasoned LA Editor

Job/Internship type: 
Freelance
Company/Publication Name: 
POSHGLAM.com
Location: 
Los Angeles, CA
Description: 

POSHGLAM.com seeks LA Editor to contribute to the site daily. You must be
proficient at writing according to AP Style Guidelines.

Contact: 
If you are interested in joining our team please email Leah@POSHGLAM.com.
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Asylum.com Freelance News Editor

Job/Internship type: 
Freelance
Company/Publication Name: 
Asylum.com
Location: 
New York, NY
Description: 

Asylum.com is looking for a versatile editor with at least three years of
news experience and investigative chops to oversee the news section of the
men’s lifestyle site. Job responsibilities include coordinating,
assigning, line editing and copy editing pieces by a team of writers,
producing numerous posts a day. Stories will cover a range of topics such
as weird news, food, politics, true crime, sex, entertainment and science,
so knowing how to study up quickly on a topic and find reliable sources
will be necessary. You should have a knack for uncovering new stories and
spotting cultural trends, along with the ability to punch up copy for voice
and details. Experience writing for the Web, promoting content online, and
turning around quality material on a short deadline are all plusses.
Posted 8/25/09

Contact: 
Please send your resume and relevant clips or links to asylumapplicants@gmail.com.
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BeautyBlitz.com Editorial Internship

Job/Internship type: 
Full-time
Company/Publication Name: 
BeautyBlitz.com
Location: 
New York, NY
Description: 

BeautyBlitz.com is seeking bright, responsible, self-motivated individuals to assist Editor-in-Chief & CEO.

This is a great opportunity for hard-working students interested in learning about journalism, digital media, the beauty industry, communications and marketing. Candidates must have superior organization; excellent communication and writing skills; close attention to detail; ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines.

Duties include: overseeing viral marketing and social media efforts, testing new beauty products, researching and reporting feature stories, coming up with story ideas, working with public relations and marketing executives to call in products for stories

We are looking for an intern to come in MWF or TTh. Opportunity to get college course credit. Unpaid.

Posted 08/24/09

Contact: 
Please send a cover letter and resume to Polly Blitzer, polly@beautyblitz.com
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Niche Media Editorial Internships

Job/Internship type: 
Full-time
Company/Publication Name: 
Niche Media
Location: 
New York, NY
Description: 

Niche Media is looking for immediate editorial interns in our New York office, working on all titles (Gotham, Ocean Drive, LA Confidential, etc). Responsibilities include transcribing, writing, researching and serving as an integral part of our editorial staff. Graduates and students are encouraged to apply, but only those with a serious interest in publishing will be considered.

Posted 08/24/09

Contact: 
Please send resumes to susan.waits@nichemediallc.com
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IAM-Ent.com Contributing Writers

Job/Internship type: 
Freelance
Company/Publication Name: 
IAM-Ent.com
Location: 
Washington, DC
Description: 

It’s A Movement Entertainment’s online magazine (IAM-Ent.com) is seeking contributing writers with a displayed interest in music, news, and/or fashion. Writers must have an affinity for the urban experience; and ability to pitch trend pieces about mainstream and underground culture, and where the two intersect.

IAM-Ent.com is a Washington, DC-based site for people on the move in and to urban areas across the globe, and who are breaking through cultural and ethnic barriers with the universal languages of music, news, and fashion.

Posted 08/24/09

Contact: 
Please send resume and 2-3 clips to newsdesk@iam-ent.com
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Dating Website Contributing Blogger

Job/Internship type: 
Freelance
Company/Publication Name: 
--
Location: 
--
Description: 

A major women’s website is seeking a mid-20-to-mid-30-something male dating blogger to contribute daily posts about his adventures in looking for love. We’re looking for someone who goes out regularly, is friendly, relatable, and most importantly, willing to share all (OK, mostly all) about his dating life.

Posted 08/24/09

Contact: 
Previous blogging/writing experience required. Please e-mail resume and cover letter to seekingdatingblogger@gmail.com
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Roaring 20Somethings Contributing Writers

Job/Internship type: 
Freelance
Company/Publication Name: 
Roaring 20Somethings
Location: 
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Description: 

Write for ROARING 20SOMETHINGS, a web anthology of stories from 20somethings life. We want to hear YOUR story… from the ridiculous to the inspiring.

Send us your best stories about 20something life. We are looking to compile hundreds of stories from 20somethings who have a great story to tell.

Tell us a story about life post-grad, your first apartment, love and relationships, your first job, crazy nights out, or how you figured out what you wanted to do with your life. We are open to any and all stories, and are looking forward to reading them.

Posted 08/24/09

Contact: 
Submit all stories to submit@roaring20somethings.com. We will pick our favorite stories to appear on the upcoming website, roaring20somethings.com. Please be sure to include your preferred byline.
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SmakNews.com Writers/Bloggers

Job/Internship type: 
Freelance
Company/Publication Name: 
SmakNews.com
Location: 
--
Description: 

Were looking for great writers/blogger that really want to make a
difference in the online media world.
All you need to be is ambitious and have passions for writing and dont
mind the attention that comes with it.

SmakNews.com is a social news site for women, with content ranging in:
celebrities, Fashion and Lifestyle.

Posted 8/23/09

Contact: 
Please contact me at michael@smaknews.com for further details.
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Content Editor - Home & Food, iVillage

Job/Internship type: 
Full-time
Company/Publication Name: 
iVillage
Location: 
New York, NY
Description: 

Qualifications:
The Content Editor- Home & Food, iVillage will oversee the development of all content for the Entertainment site (vertical). This includes content development and content acquisition. This also includes all published and video material The Content Editor will also be responsible for developing the tone and the voice for the Home & Food site.

• Execute strategy for Home & Food channel to achieve leadership in woman’s space
• Grow and expand site traffic and audience engagement
• Seek out and execute meaningful editorial and content partnerships
• Oversee, update and develop new newsletters to serve the audience
• Nurture vibrant community through innovative and thoughtful program development and integration
• Represent brand at media events, industry conferences and client meetings.
• Develop and coordinate editorial calendar with sales and marketing team.
• Manage a team of senior producer(s), producer(s) and associate producer(s)
• provide direction to each team member in line with the strategic direction of the site.
• Review all material prior to its posting on the site.
• Hire all staff and freelance personnel working on the site. Provide regular coaching and feedback to team on performance; conduct annual performance reviews and make raise recommendations during the salary review process.
• Maintain editorial integrity of the site
• sources verified, facts checked and confirmed
• Work closely with the Content Editors for all other sites/verticals on identifying and leveraging cross-vertical content sharing opportunities

About iVillage Networks: iVillage Networks is part of NBC Universal’s Women & Lifestyle Entertainment Networks, a powerful combination of media assets that additionally include Bravo Media, “Green is Universal,” and Oxygen Media, and Women@NBCU, a female targeted sales and marketing initiative. iVillage Networks is the first and most established media company dedicated exclusively to connecting women at every stage of their lives. iVillage.com (www.ivillage.com), the leading online community for women, offers an authentic and robust community infused with compelling content from experts on health, parenting, pregnancy, beauty, style, fitness, relationships, food and entertainment.

The site’s interactive features include thousands of message boards, which allow women around the world to connect, share ideas, and seek advice and support about everything from fertility to fashion. Additional businesses and brand extensions within the iVillage Networks include iVillage UK, NBC Digital Health Network and the wholly-owned sites Astrology.com and GardenWeb. The Company, acquired by NBC Universal, Inc. in May 2006, is based in New York City.
Posted 8/20/09

Contact: 
Please copy and paste the following link into your browser address bar: http://appclix.postmasterlx.com/track.html?pid=ff80808120ff30bd012237bc8efd4f04&source=eddotcom
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Lemondrop.com humor blogger needed - must be in college

Job/Internship type: 
Freelance
Company/Publication Name: 
Lemondrop.com
Location: 
--
Description: 

Lemondrop is looking for a college-age blogger who can write clever posts
about the lows of dorm living among other topics.
Posted 8/20/09

Contact: 
Send pitches/resumes/links/writing samples to laura@lemondrop.com
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Contributing Writers for GutsGlamGrace.com (unpaid)

Job/Internship type: 
Freelance
Company/Publication Name: 
GutsGlamGrace.com
Location: 
--
Description: 

The premiere urbanista magazine for the forward thinking multi-cultural
woman, GutsGlamGrace, is seeking freelance writers for our Fashion, Sex &
Relationships, Vanity (beauty), Gizmo (technology), Lifestyle, Home and
Family sections. Please visit the site, www.GutsGlamGrace.com for a more in
depth understanding of the desired writing style for our publication. This
position is unpaid.
Qualifications:
At least 1 year of writing/editorial experience
Strong writing and editing skills
Excellent research and interviewing skills
The ability to pitch relevant and eye catching story ideas
A strong understanding of the section you are writing for
Organized and able to meet weekly deadlines
Posted 8/20/09

Contact: 
Interested candidates should send their resume and 3 relevant writing samples to rdixon@gutsglamgrace.com. Please include the section you are interested in writing for in the subject of your email.
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