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May 12, 2004
Hello. I hope all of you who are mothers had a wonderful Mother's Day.
The Spring Conference pictures are up on the FOWA web site (www.fowa.org). Many thanks to Mike Richards for all his hard work on the web site and to Sandy Friend, Susan Young, Charlie Walker and Steve Kearl for their photo contributions.
Kate Hart wants everyone to know that she left Airboat World. Her message: “I have resigned from ABW to pursue other opportunities and to freelance. I no longer desire to manage ABW for many reasons and wish to do more creative writing and photography. I have officially left the position as of 4/30/04 and have enjoyed working with them [the writers] and hope to see them as a fellow writer at the conference in Sarasota. Thanks, Kate."
As always, please send any current market listings or corporate sponsor write-ups to me at KJBraden1@aol.com.
Kelly Braden
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HIGHLIGHTS
The following sent by T.J. Stallings:
Publisher, Texas Parks and Wildlife Magazine
Publisher (Manager V), $5,375-5,748/mo
Texas Parks and Wildlife magazine seeks publisher. Position is located in Austin, Texas. Primary responsibility is serving as Publisher for Texas Parks & Wildlife Magazine. Manage annual budget, establish and administrate 5-year business plans; develop editorial, circulation, advertising, research, and production systems, schedules, priorities, and standards; coordinate and evaluate effectiveness of support to agency's mission; and develop and evaluate budget requests. Negotiate printing, fulfillment, advertising and prepress contracts. Plan, assign, and directly supervise all Magazine staff. Qualified applicants should have a college degree, and five years progressively responsible broad-based experience, including management experience in publishing printed materials comparable to those produced by the agency with at least three years supervisory experience. A State of Texas application and job description are available at http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/involved/jobvac/index.htm or by calling 800-792-1112. State application must be received by June 9, 2004. TPWD, 4200 Smith School Rd., Austin, TX 78744. Job Posting #04-33-402
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CURRENT MARKETS
DIMI PRESS, 3820 Oak Hollow Lane, S.E., Salem, OR 97302-4774.
P(503)364-7698. F(503)364-9727. Email: dickbook (at) earthlink.net. Website: ~http://home.earthlink.net/~dickbook. Dick Lutz, President. Book publisher. Welcomes new writers. Publishes 3 - 5 books/year. Publishes book 9 months after acceptance. Buys negotiable rights. Will consider reprints. Responds 4 weeks. Catalog free with SASE. Guidelines online at ~http://home.earthlink.net/~dickbook/guidelines.html or by e-mail.
CURRENT NEEDS: "Non-fiction book manuscripts on unusual things in nature (see guidelines for details)." Pays 10% royalties on net receipts. Books run 30K - 70K words. Submit query by mail with SASE.
HINTS: "Some suggested topics are huge disasters, such as a volcanic eruption or earthquake. A book about the coelacanth fish or the tuatara lizard might be something we would be interested in. It should include information on how to travel to observe the rare wildlife (or whatever) written about. We want books that, in a bookstore, would categorize as nature/travel. But we do not want travel guides, although accounts of interesting trips are a possibility. If the title could be marketed other than solely through bookstores, that would be a plus. Example: a subject that would be of interest to bird-watchers or some other specific interest group."
Fishing Facts Magazine, 111 Shore Drive, Burr Ridge, IL 60521.
P(630)887-7722. F(630)887-1958. Email: info (at) midwestoutdoors.com. Website: http://www.fishingfacts.com. Gene Laulunen, Publisher/Editor; Dena Kollman, Assistant Editor. 95% freelance. "Fishing Facts magazine is edited for the angler who wants to improve his skills and maximize his success on the water. It's filled with in-depth articles on fish behavior, techniques for taking fish from all kinds of structure, the latest in fishing products and technology, and simple tips from fishing experts." Welcomes new writers. Circ. not provided. Bimonthly. Pays on publication. Publishes ms 1-3 months after acceptance. Buys first rights. Accepts reprints that haven't previously appeared in competing publications. Responds 10 days. Sample $1. Subscription $23.95. Guidelines by mail with SASE, email or fax.
CURRENT NEEDS: "Looking for cutting edge information on the latest fishing techniques and tips. Several high-quality, 4-color photos must be submitted with each manuscript." Pays $30 flat fee for articles of 750-1,500 words. Submit query or complete ms with cover letter by mail with SASE or by email.
PHOTOS/ART: Requires high-quality, 4-color photos submitted with each ms. No additional pay.
HINTS: Common mistake is "sending in elementary fishing techniques or basic fishing stories."
Living Aboard Magazine, P.O. Box 91299, Austin, TX 78709-1299.
P(512)892-4446. F(512)892-4448. Email: editor (at) livingaboard.com. Website: http://www.LivingAboard.com. Linda Ridihalgh, Editor. 90% freelance. "Living Aboard is a lifestyle magazine for people who live on their boats - or dream of doing so. We seek articles on any subject related to living aboard a boat. We want to hear about how you made the decision to move aboard, how it changed your life, and what your experience has been living aboard. What have you done to make your boat more livable? How do you deal with the daily problems of living aboard? We like practical information or personal anecdotes. We do not publish poetry or fiction." Welcomes new writers. Circ. 10K. Bimonthly. Pays on publication. Publishes ms 1 - 3 months after acceptance. Buys 1st N.A. rights. Occasionally accepts reprints. Responds 2-4 weeks. Sample on request. Subscription $18; $22 outside the U.S. Guidelines by email or by mail with SASE.
CURRENT NEEDS: "Environmental pieces as related to boating; cooking as related to boating; anything related to living on a boat." Pays $0.05/word for 1000 - 2000 words. Submit complete ms with cover letter, bio and photo.
PHOTOS/ART: Pays $5/photo; $50 for cover photo.
HINTS: "If you send your ms as an attachment, label the attachment with your name. Include captions with your photos. Label digital photos with your name."
Motionsickness: The Other Side of Travel, 4117 SE Division Street, #417, Portland, OR 97214. Email: editor (at) motionsickmag.com. Website: http://www.motionsickmag.com. 50% freelance. "We cover globalization as seen through the lens of travel and tourism. We ask: How is travel changing the world?" Welcomes new writers. Circ. 1K. Quarterly. Pays on publication. Publishes ms 6 months after acceptance. Buys one-time rights. Accepts reprints. Responds within 1 month. Sample by mail with $4.50. Subscription $12 to $20, based on a sliding scale. Guidelines online at http://www.motionsickmag.com/submissions.htm.
CURRENT NEEDS: "Interviews/ profiles of tourism workers; unusual travel articles, i.e., How the arrival of tourism has changed life in this village, A week in the life of a Russian truck driver, etc." Pays flat fee of $20 - $50 for 250 - 5000 words. Submit query by email.
PHOTOS/ART: B&W. "Travel, but not exotica!" Pays $10 - $50.
HINTS: "We're a 'travel' magazine, but we're not like any other travel magazine. We don't cover destinations, tell you where to stay, how to save money, or what to do. We tell stories about people in the travel and tourism world, run essays on travel thought, and articles on the effect of travel and tourism on a place. We're more of a geographical or anthropological journal that happens to focus on travel than a travel magazine."
Our State Magazine, P.O. Box 4552, Greensboro, NC 27404.
P(800)948-1409. F(336)286-0100. Email: editorial (at) ourstate.com. Website: http://www.ourstate.com. Lynne Gantz, Editorial Assistant. 80% freelance. "Our State is a magazine devoted to history, culture, and travel in North Carolina." Welcomes new writers. Circ. 100K. Monthly. Pays on publication. Publishes ms 3 months - 1 year after acceptance. Buys one-time serial rights. No reprints. Responds 8 weeks. Sample $6 by mail – attention: circulation department. Subscription $24.95. Guidelines by email or by mail with SASE (see editorial calendar at the link below).
CURRENT NEEDS: "Editorial Calendar is available online at http://www.ourstate.com/calendar.html." Pays flat fee of $300 - $500 for 1200 - 1500 words. Submit query with writing samples or complete ms by email or mail.
PHOTOS/ART: "Include anything that might be useful." Pays $50 - $500 (cover).
HINTS: "All our stories are inherently North Carolinian in nature. We do not care for an 'outsider's perspective.' Biggest mistake writers make is querying stories that are not suitable - not being familiar with the magazine or our audience."
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JOBS
Citrus County Chronicle, Copy Editor/Page Designer
--The Citrus County Chronicle is seeking a copy editor/page designer who is also skilled in creating graphics, including locator maps, charts, info-graphics. Must be proficient in Quark, Photoshop and Illustrator. Must be deadline conscious with solid editing and design skills. The Chronicle is a 28,000 circulation daily paper in Crystal River, Fla. Regional applicants prefered E-mail resume to: Cheryl Jacob, copy desk chief editor, at: cjacob@chronicleonline.com; or, mail to: Citrus County Chronicle, Attn: Cheryl Jacob, 1624 N. Meadowcrest Blvd., Crystal River, Fla., 34429. Full-time. Salary negotiable. Ad expires June 7, 2004. Job ID: 399256. Website: http://chronicleonline.com.
Daytona Beach News-Journal, Copy Editor/Page Designer
You're under the pressure of deadline, but you remain cool and creative. Your headlines are crisp and clear, whether it's a breaking news story or an enterprising feature that cries for something out of the ordinary. Your cutlines are concise and clever, telling readers about the photographs and their relation to the story. And your page design takes a step -- or three -- outside of the box of standard newspage layout. You've been doing this for years, but your passion for the business -- and what it all really means to the reader -- is stronger than ever. You're the person we want for this position. We're growing as a metropolitan newspaper, and we're challenging all of our staffers -- reporters, editors, page designers, artists, team leaders, bureau chiefs and senior editors -- to set and achieve higher standards, and provide our readers with a newspaper that is a vital part of their day, every day. If you've got what it takes to help us achieve these goals, send a cover letter, resume and examples of your work to: Chris Seymour, Deputy Managing Editor-Production, Daytona Beach News-Journal, P.O. Box 2831, Daytona Beach, FL 32120-2831. E-mail: chris.seymour@news-jrnl.com The right candidate should have a minimum of 5 years experience as a copy editor and page designer, with a background in reporting. Harris Pagination experience would be a great plus. Full-time. Salary not specified. Ad expires June 3, 2004. Job ID: 372187. Website: http://www.news-journalonline.com.
Hometown News LC, Associate Managing Editor
Hometown News LC is seeking an associate managing editor for a group of community newspapers to head satellite office opening in July in Melbourne, FL. Must be able to lead a team of three reporters, a photographer, news clerk, sports writer and part-time paginator. Must have good layout and design skills, experience with Quark XPress and pagination, and willingness to do things differently than they've always been done. If you have passion for your work and a desire to become part of something bigger than yourself, this group of independently published, award-winning newspapers could be the last stop on your career ladder. Hometown News is a rapidly expanding company with great potential for professional advancement. Fax resume to Tammy Raits at (772) 465-5301. Full-time. Salary $30,000 - $35,000. Ad expires July 12, 2004. Job ID: 399135.
Key West Citizen, Executive Assistant to the Editor
The Key West Citizen, a 13,000-circulation daily, is looking for an energetic person with journalism experience and exceptional organizational skills to help keep a busy newsroom running smoothly. The executive assistant to the editor must be able to deal professionally with the public in all issues related to the newsroom. Duties may include scheduling appointments, compiling background data, troubleshooting organizational problems and other tasks required by the editor. Other responsibliities include tracking staff hours, verifying and logging letters to the editor and overseeing obituaries. Salary near $30,000, and benefits. Mail or e-mail resumes to Tom Tuell, 3420 Northside Drive, Key West, FL 33040, ttuell@keysnews.com. Fulltime. Salary $25,000 to $30,000. Ad expires May 31, 2004. Job ID: 397545. Website: www.keysnews.com.
LRP Publications, Top Notch Editor
LRP Publications is a Fortune 500 Company that is among one of the leading newsletter publishers providing Attorneys, Human Resources Professionals and Educational professionals with coverage of topics such as Workers Compensation and Disability, Human Resources, Substance Abuse in the Workplace and the latest information available for General and Special Education. Ideal candidates must have a minimum of 2 yrs reporting/writing experience. LRP offers a casual dress environment with competitive salary and benefits package. Please fax resume 561-622-1375 or email resume' to alarrubia@lrp.com. Full-time. Salary negotiable. Ad expires June 8, 2004. Job ID: 399515. Website: www.lrp.com.
Nursery Retailer Magazine, Experienced Writer, Editor, Proofreader
Publisher of leading national trade magazines located in Clearwater, FL, seeks individual with refined editing, reporting and writing skills as well as an eye for relevant details. Position will report to Jill LoCascio, Editor. Successful candidate must be flexible individual with strong work ethic and reverence for deadlines. Knowledge of gardening or the retail industry a plus. Responsibilities include: Development and writing of articles and news, for print and online Editing and formatting contributed manuscripts and news releases Proofreading Conducting interviews for articles Soliciting materials, such as photos and news releases, from outside sources Organizing editorial archives Backing up phones for 1-2 hours daily. Required skills: Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field 3-5 years of experience in a publishing environment Strong knowledge of Macintosh computers Working knowledge of layout programs, including QuarkXPress and/or InDesign Demonstrated ability to work as a team player Ability to prioritize, multi task and work with minimal supervision Excellent organizational and communication skills Keen eye for detail. Priority consideration will be given to candidates who submit three non-returnable writing samples with their cover letters and resumes. Please reply to: Jeff Morey, President/Publisher, Nursery Retailer Magazine. jobs@nurseryretailer.com fax - 727/786-9772. Full-time. Salary negotiable. Ad expires June 3, 2004. Job ID: 398294. Website: www.nurseryretailer.com.
Scripps Treasure Coast Newspapers, Photojournalist
Scripps Treasure Coast Newspapers located in central and southeast Florida are looking to fill two full-time staff positions based Stuart and Fort Pier. Our visually-driven newspapers need two journalist who are self-starters and idea generators to join our ten-person staff Treasure Coast wide. We need team-players who can effectively communicate within our department and throughout our newsrooms. Strong shooting skills providing compelling content-driven images of news, sports, features, enterprise, essays and in-depth stories are a must. Shift may include nights and weekends as well travel Treasure Coast wide to cover requests. We supply our staff with Nikon digital equipment and individual laptops. To apply please send your resume, cover letter, references, recent clips or files from one week's work (if possible) and your portfolio in CD(Mac or PC) format by May 21st, 2004 to:Lloyd Young, Picture Editor,Scripps Treasure Coast Newspapers1939 S. Federal Hwy. P.O. Box 9009, Stuart, FL 34994. Please include SASE if you would like your material returned. EOE. DFWP. Full-time. Salary not specified. Ad expires June 10, 2004. Job ID: 400063. Website: www.tcpalm.com.
Write Stuff Enterprises, Inc., Senior Editor
Become a Senior Editor, and contribute to the successful publication of works on the evolution of industry, technology and society, many representing among the most successful fortune 500 companies. Join Write Stuff Enterprises, Inc. located in sunny Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, the industry leader in fine-business publishing. Write Stuff seeks an experienced Senior Editor in book development, responsibilities include managing freelance research assistants, editing and enhancing books from concept to manuscript, and individual project management. Excellent writing, editing and organizational skills, and attention to detail, a must! Check us out at www.writestuffbooks.com. In addition to $$ compensation, Write Stuff Enterprises, Inc. offers a comprehensive employee benefit package consisting of: 1. Health Insurance for employee and dependants, with choice of POS or HMO, with an employer 60% contribution of premium. 2. Life Insurance/Accidental Death Policy, with an employer 100% contribution of premium for employee. 3. Dental Insurance, with an employer 100% contribution for employee, and minimal premium for dependants. 4. Paid Vacation and Sick Days 5. Profit Sharing/Pension Plan. Only experienced, dedicated, self-starters need apply. Email resume with Salary requirements to WS2004R@aol.com. Education level: Bachelor’s in journalism, communications, English or related field. Full-time. Salary negotiable. Ad expires June 1, 2004. Job ID: 397804. Website: www.writestuffbooks.com.
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CONTESTS
The following sent by Susan Young:
Banff Mountain Photo Competition
Deadline Approaching! Click, Click, Tick Tick ... Get out your camera quick! Time is running out! Do you know where your mountain slides and prints are? The deadline for entries for the 2004 Banff Mountain Photography Competition is quickly approaching. All entries must be received in our office by Monday, May 31, 2004. We are unable to confirm receipt of your entry. If you have already sent your entry to us, thank you and good luck in the competition! This year's entry form can be downloaded from our website at http://www.banffmountainfestivals.ca/festivals/photo/
The outstanding winning images from previous competitions can be viewed
at: http://www.banffmountainfestivals.ca/archives/
Charla Sharp Tomlinson, Mountain Culture at the Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Drive, Box 1020, Banff, Alberta T1L 1H5. Phone: 403-762-6347 Fax: 403-762-6277
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CORPORATE CORNER
Just this past week, Doug and I visited Key Island Estate, one of our corporate sponsors, for an article assignment. It’s beautiful and very peaceful. Just three miles south of Naples, the eight-mile-long island has a beach on one side fronting the Gulf of Mexico and the Intracoastal Waterway on the other side. Sand trails wind through the island and beautiful shells cover the beach.
The 6,000-square-foot main house is three stories and lodge in style, with a huge main room and a wrap-around screened verandah complete with hammocks, picnic tables and a porch swing – all great vantage points to watch sunrises and sunsets. Four rooms are spoked to the main room via footbridges. And let’s not forget the bar next to the dock, where snook play in the dock lights at night.
Key Island Estate is a great island retreat, with all the amenities and simply awesome cooking. Better take a cell phone if you must stay connected to the concrete jungle world, but we preferred leaving all that behind and just letting the stress drain from us.
We fished offshore and near shore, with Doug catching a small snook at the end of the island that we accessed with one of the resort’s golf carts; we also picked up some neat shells and driftwood. Key Island is at the doorstep of Rookery Bay Estuarine Sanctuary so bring your camera; turtle nesting season peaks during the summer months as well. Resort owners Jimmy and Stacey Kanzler welcome FOWA members, so check into it. I know Doug and I will definitely return to again unwind and get great story material. Contact Stacey@thesandbagger.com, 815-405-7555 or visit www.keyislandestate.com.
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