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06/20/04
This edition of the Market Newsletter has markets and job listings. There were no submissions for our Corporate Corner. Sponsors, please email your write-ups of your business or organization so we can highlight it in this newsletter.
Be looking in your mail this week for a full roundup of what’s in store for the FOWA Fall Conference in Sarasota/Venice Sept. 15-19, plus a registration form. This will be one of the best FOWA conferences ever!
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HIGHLIGHTED NEEDS
Miles Media Group
Miles Media Group, publishers of visitor information (both print and web) throughout Florida, is looking to broaden its base of freelance writers. MMG publishes The Official Florida Vacation Guide and FLAUSA.com along with other publications for VISIT FLORIDA, as well as Visitor Guides and Web sites for destination marketing organizations throughout the state. Writers interested in submitting clips can send them to: Miles Media Group, c/o Erin Marvin, 6751 Professional Parkway West, Sarasota, FL 342340 or via e-mail to Erin.Marvin@MilesMedia.com. Inquiries can be directed to Erin Marvin (Editor) at 941.342.2323.
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CURRENT MARKETS
Avalon Travel Publishing
Avalon Travel Publishing is seeking writers to author new travel guides in the Moon Handbooks series. Desired titles include:
Moon Handbooks Bahamas
Moon Handbooks Copper Canyon
Moon Handbooks Glacier National Park
Moon Handbooks Idaho
Moon Handbooks Jamaica
Moon Handbooks Michigan
Moon Handbooks Nevada
Moon Handbooks Virgin Islands
Moon Handbooks Washington
THESE ARE CONTRACT POSITIONS, NOT FULL-TIME OFFICE JOBS. Please visit www.travelmatters.com/acquisitions for detailed information about Avalon Travel Publishing (ATP) and proposal submission. Authors must have close ties to and strong knowledge of the destination. Professional writers are preferred. Authors must be able to quickly and clearly identify the key attractions of the destination and provide strategic planning advice. They must also enjoy research and be able to adhere to strict deadlines. ATP authors are compensated with an advance and royalty. Moon Handbooks authors own the copyright to their text and update their guides every two to three years. To be considered as an author for Moon Handbooks author, please send us a proposal (email with attachment is acceptable) that includes the following information:
1. The topic and geography of your book and its title.
2. The reasons that you would be the best author for this book. Include applicable experience, education, and other materials previously published.
Be sure to attach a copy of your resume and contact information for at least three professional references. 3. A description of all other books currently available that would be competition for your proposed book. How would your book be different? Why does the market need your book?
4. An elaborate description of the contents of your proposed book. Include an outline, estimated length, types of photographs and illustrations that you think it would require, and how they would be obtained. If you are submitting a proposal for a guide in one of our current series, the outline and other proposed content must match the requirements listed in our series guidelines.
5. Ways in which you think your book could be most effectively promoted.
6. The estimated time needed to complete your manuscript.
YOU MUST SUBMIT A FULL PROPOSAL IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED AS A CANDIDATE FOR ANY OF THE TITLES LISTED. Please remember that the review process may take two to four months. Unfortunately, we cannot respond personally to every proposal submitted. Address all correspondence to: Acquisitions Editor Avalon Travel Publishing 1400 65th Street, Suite 250 Emeryville, CA 94608 Email: acquisitions@avalonpub.com. About Moon Handbooks For more than 30 years, the award-winning Moon Handbooks series has been the top choice among independent travelers who want a unique experience, a new perspective-and a few new stories to tell.
The authors of Moon Handbooks are travel experts who provide a unique sense of place and insight into a destination's culture, history, and social issues. Each guide contains not only detailed information on the best transportation, accommodation, restaurant, and sightseeing options but also custom maps and fascinating sidebars-all the tools travelers need to make their own choices and create a travel strategy that is theirs alone.
About Avalon Travel Publishing Avalon Travel Publishing (ATP) was formed in
1999 with the merger of three independent travel publishers-Moon Publications (established 1973), John Muir Publications (established 1973), and Foghorn Press (established 1982)-creating the largest independent travel publisher based in the United States. ATP publishes several major travel guidebook series, including Rick Steves, Moon Handbooks, Moon Metro, Foghorn Outdoors, Road Trip USA, The Dog Lover's Companion, and Adapter Kit, as well as individual travel titles.
Family Motor Coaching
The Family Motor Coach Association (FMCA) is holding a convention in Georgia in March 2005. Family Motor Coaching magazine, for motorhome owners who belong to FMCA, is seeking travel articles about Georgia destinations. Articles should be accompanied by a selection of quality images and geared toward the motorhome traveler. For writers guidelines, which provide details about copy and photo requirements, e-mail pjordan@fmca.com or mail request to Editorial Assistant, Family Motor Coaching, 8291 Clough Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45244. Family Motor Coaching buys first North American serial rights and electronic rights. Query deadline is September 15. Visit www.fmca.com for more information about FMCA.
JAKES Magazine
JAKES is the National Wild Turkey Federation’s publication for members of its youth program, JAKES (Juniors Acquiring Knowledge, Ethics and Sportsmanship). All stories need to be fun and keep the interest of readers (mean age of 10 years). Feature criteria should be either documentary or fictional with emphasis on the outdoors, conservation, hunting, hunter safety, hunting ethics or heritage. Stories should be between 1,000 and 1,200 words. Photos should illustrate wildlife, conservation, colorful scenics, families participating in hunting and outdoor pastimes together and youth and their involvement in hunting. Article payment is negotiable, starting at $100. Pay is $75-$200 for inside original color transparencies and $400 for cover photos. Purchased are first North American serial rights and, in some cases, all electronic rights. Query first, but “laundry lists” of article ideas are welcome. Always include possible graphic aids and sidebar ideas. All queries are filed and reviewed at the time of assignment. The editor will communicate assignment specifications or notice if queries are rejected. Contact Matt Lindler, P.O. Box 530, Edgefield, SC 29824, 803-637-3106, mlindler@nwtf.net. For more information visit www.nwtf.org/tv_magazines/Writers_Guidelines.html.
Montana Magazine
Montana Magazine varies from 100 pages to 132 pages and is noted for excellent photographs and entertaining, informative writing about Montana. The magazine contains about five feature articles of 1,800 to 2,500 words and four to six departments of 800 to 2,500 words. Montana Magazine is published bimonthly, in January, March, May, July, September, and November. Both written queries and unsolicited manuscripts are accepted. Please be patient – eventually, all submissions are reviewed and all writers notified. Montana Magazine’s basic rate is approximately .15 per published word. Payment for assigned, published photographs is additional: full-page, $125; larger than half page, $100; half page or smaller, $50. Payment, returnable materials and a complimentary copy of the magazine are sent within 30 days of publication. Montana Magazine buys one-time-rights, which may include both print and electronic versions. Send queries to Beverly Magley, editor, Montana Magazine, P.O. Box 5630, Helena, MT 59604, editor@montanamagazine.com.
Outdoor America
Outdoor America is the membership magazine of the Izaak Walton League of America (IWLA). Needed are articles that deal with national conservation issues and outdoor ethics – particularly when they affect recreation such as fishing, hunting, camping, boating and wildlife watching. Also sought are stories about IWLA members practicing conservation and outdoor ethics in their communities. Assignments average 25 to 35 cents per word. For editorial guidelines see www.iwla.org/OA/guidelin.html or write to 707 Conservation Ln., Gaithersburg, MD 20878-2983. No phone or fax queries.
Editor/Writer, Writers
BassFan.com, the world’s largest fishing Web site in terms of readership, is looking for an editor/writer and freelance writers to help with its daily coverage of professional bass fishing. Applicants must know bass fishing and be familiar with the national tournament scene, must be able to work fast, must be completely comfortable with the Web environment and must be good. If interested in one of the positions, please send no more than two paragraphs about why you are interested and qualified to editorial@bassfan.com.
Paint Horse Journal
Paint Horse Journal (PHJ) seeks material for its “Great Rides” page. This page is a quick-read destination piece for horseback-riding enthusiasts. All submissions must include at least two good-quality, well-composed photos of the area, with at least one shot showing a horse and rider. Because the PHJ is a breed publication, the magazine cannot use photos of appaloosas, Arabians or equines that obviously could not be paint horses. Photos should have a description of how to get to the location, horse/trailer accommodations at the trailhead and what will be seen on the ride itself (approximately 350-400 words total). Payment is $250 per article, paid on acceptance. Purchases first North American serial rights. Special needs: rides in the Midwest, Northeast, East and South. Query Dan Streeter at dstreeter@apha.com or call 817-834-2742, ext. 210.
Shotgun Sports
Writers for Shotgun Sports should have first-hand knowledge of hunting, trapshooting, skeet or sporting clays or be knowledgeable in other areas of shotgunning. Shotgun Sports articles are test reports, think pieces, historical pieces and interviews. High-quality photographs are usually required with any submission. Payment for articles ranges from $50 to $200. Pay is upon publication. Shotgun Sports purchases all rights. Text should be typed in black ink, double-spaced, on one side of white 8.5x11” bond paper with a 1” margin and page numbers. Include name, address and phone number on the manuscript. Do not use special fonts or special embedded characters. Do not submit artwork on disk; send b&w or color photos or color transparencies. Provide printed hard copy with computer-disk submissions. Photographs, with captions, should be 5”x7” or 8”x10” for b&w or color; color transparencies, 35 mm or larger; or digital photos (2.1 megapixel for copy photos and 3 mexapixel for full-page and covers, minimum of 300 dpi). Photos should be mailed, even if you e-mail copies. All submissions should be accompanied by return postage. The majority of articles rejected are due to poor photographs. Do not query! Send manuscripts via e-mail or on a clearly labeled CD (Mac or PC) to Linda Martin, production coordinator, shotgun@shotgunsportsmagazine.com, 530-889-2220, ext. 17, P.O. Box 6810, Auburn, CA 95604.
Wheelin’ Sportsmen
Wheelin’ Sportsmen is a quarterly magazine dedicated to bringing the outdoors to disabled outdoors enthusiasts who enjoy all kinds of hunting, fishing, recreational shooting and other outdoor activities. The publication is also a tool for able-bodied sportsmen and women to learn more about sharing the outdoors with their disabled peers. Feature articles average 1,500 words. Most articles are targeted to people with disabilities that range from “how to enjoy” to “where to enjoy” the outdoors. Also sought are stories about disabled people who enjoy the outdoors and ways able-bodied individuals can help the disabled participate in outdoor fun. Photos should illustrate wildlife; conservation; colorful scenics; individuals with a variety of disabilities participating in hunting, shooting, fishing and other outdoor pastimes; and able-bodied and disabled people enjoying the outdoors together. Pay is $100 for 600 words, $400-plus for 2,000 words, $75-200 for inside original color transparencies and $400 for cover photos. Purchased are first North American serial rights and, in some cases, all electronic rights. Query first. Always include possible graphic aids and sidebar ideas. All queries are filed and reviewed at the time of assignment. The editor will communicate assignment specifications or notice if queries are rejected. Contact Editor Karen Lee, P.O. Box 530, Edgefield, SC 29824, 803-637-3106, klee@nwtf.net. For more information see www.nwtf.org/tv_magazines/Writers_Guidelines.html.
Women in the Outdoors
Women in the Outdoors is a quarterly magazine dedicated to inform and entertain outdoorswomen of all skill levels who aspire to become more involved in a variety of outdoor sports, including camping, fishing, hiking, shooting, hunting, canoeing, boating and bird watching. Feature articles average 1,800 words. Shorter articles average 800 words, with departments such as outdoor-related book reviews, game and fish recipes, wildlife profiles, stories of notable outdoorswomen, outdoor health issues, outdoor gear and backyard habitat enhancement. Articles should treat women as independent outdoors enthusiasts, depict outdoor activities in a positive/encouraging manner and appeal to a national audience. Photos should illustrate wildlife, conservation, colorful scenics, women participating in various outdoor activities and families participating in hunting and outdoor pastimes together. Pay is $200-275 for 1,100 words, $500-plus for 2,000 words, $75-200 for inside original color transparencies and $400 for cover photos. Purchased are first North American serial rights and, in some cases, all electronic rights. Query first. Always include possible graphic aids and sidebar ideas. All queries are filed and reviewed at the time of assignment. The editor will communicate assignment specifications or notice if queries are rejected. Contact Editor Karen Lee, P.O. Box 530, Edgefield, SC 29824, 803-637-3106, klee@nwtf.net. For more information see www.nwtf.org/tv_magazines/Writers_Guidelines.html
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JOBS
Cabela's – Proofreader
Cabela’s seeks a proofreader to work in the Sidney, Neb., catalog department. This position is responsible for providing proofreading and administrative support to the catalog copywriters; proofreading copy for style consistency as well as grammar, spelling and punctuation; compiling catalog indexes and coordinating index information with purchasing department. The selected candidate will work with purchasing department to ensure copywriters are receiving product-oriented information, work with the senior copywriter to ensure the stylebook is up to date and develop and maintain product-based filing system. Strong knowledge of Cabela’s writing style, industry terminology, grammar, spelling and punctuation is required, as is knowledge of company products, policies, and procedures; knowledge of business communications practices and principles; skills with personal computers and various software packages; the ability to operate various office equipment and telephone systems; and effective communication skills. Cabela’s offers a competitive wage and benefits package including product discounts, 401K savings plan, and health and dental coverage. To apply, go to www.cabelas.com and click on About Us>Careers.
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: July 12, 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. The News-Journal is seeking a veteran journalist whose experience is surpassed only by her or his passion and creativity. We're looking for a powerful page designer who is an ace with words and content. 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 July 12, 2004. Job ID: 372187. Website: http://www.news-journalonline.com.
Contributed by Susan Young:
Heartland – Sales/Marketing
Heartland is looking to fill a new position in sales/marketing. Contact: Gary Harpole, info@Heartlandlodge.com, www.Heartlandlodge.com, 1-800-717-4868.
Knight Publishing – Multitasking Adviser/Editor
An Orlando, Florida newspaper publishing company needs an experienced journalist to take on the roles of adviser, editor and reporter. The ideal candidate will have experience covering a variety of news topics in a community setting, and also in dealing with college students. Candidates should have a minimum of five years of writing experience and two years working with college students. Advising duties will cover both a nationally renowned college newspaper and a start-up weekly community paper. You will be responsible for some of the editing of the community paper. Reporting duties will include reporting on community news and writing features. If you feel your skills and experience are what we’re looking for, please fax your resume to 407-447-4556 or mail it to Knight Publishing, care of Alex Babcock, 3361 Rouse Road, Suite 200, Orlando, FL 32817. Full-time. Salary negotiable. Ad expires July 6, 2004. Job ID: 407193.
News Chief – Copy Editor
The News Chief, a small Central Florida daily in a growing market, seeks an enthusiastic, deadline-oriented copy editor to serve as chief copy editor. The qualified candidate will have a least five years of experience on a copy desk. Must have excellent spelling, grammar skills, a passion for accuracy and knowledge of AP style. Proficiency in page design, QuarkXPress, Photoshop and Macintosh computer systems required. Pre-employment drug screening. Apply to City Editor Christie Gilpin, 650 Sixth St. SW, Winter Haven, FL 33880. (863) 294-7731, ext. 3041. christie.gilpin@newschief.com. Full-time. Salary negotiable. Ad expires July 12, 2004. Job ID: 408748.
Orlando Sentinel – Copy Editor
The Orlando Sentinel is seeking an experienced copy editor for its National/Foreign copy desk to handle some of the newspaper’s highest-profile stories, including Page 1 pieces and investigative/enterprise series. We’re seeking an editor who has the ability to delve deeply into a story and improve it; write sharp, conversational headlines under deadline pressure; display a big-picture outlook while editing for content on projects; exercise sound news judgment; and manage time well on busy news nights. Please send a resume, references and samples of your work to: Mr. Dana Eagles, Recruitment & Staff Development Editor, Orlando Sentinel, 633 N. Orange Ave., Orlando, FL 32801; newsjobs@orlandosentinel.com. Salary not specified. Ad expires July 19. 2004. Job ID: 380468. Website: http://www.orlandosentinel.com.
Palm Beach Post – Radio Specialist
Radio Producer/Announcer – We're looking for someone who will write, edit and record news reports for local and regional radio partners, provide operational support of small broadcast studio, and maintain professional relationships with both print and broadcast partner reporters. Some breaking news and enterprise reporting will be required. Enthusiasm and flexible schedule a must. Qualifications should include:
* Excellent verbal and written communications skills * Hands-on experience operating a broadcast board in a deadline environment * Journalism, Communications, or related degree * Knowledge of audio recording equipment, digital audio workstations, and digital editing * On-air experience bilingual English/Spanish candidates are preferred.
Send inquiries to Lisa Pinto, Employment Manager, 2751 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, FL 33405; email lisa_pinto@pbpost.com; fax: 561-820-4192. Full-time. Salary negotiable. Ad expires July 7, 2004. Job ID: 407658. Website: http://PalmBeachPost.com.
Sierra Magazine – Art and Production Coordinator
Sierra Magazine, a bi-monthly publication of the Sierra Club, seeks an art and production coordinator. This position coordinates the work of editorial, advertising and design staff as it pertains to production schedules and procedures. Qualifications include bachelor’s degree in graphic arts, journalism or a closely related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience; one to two years production experience, including four-color printing; knowledge of graphic arts (composition and color); publishing; magazine finishing; electronic pre-press production; and competent PC/MAC desktop publishing and spreadsheet skills. E-mailed cover letters and resumes are preferred. Specify which job you are applying for in the subject line. Send to Sierra Club Human Resources Dept., 85 Second St., 2nd Flr., San Francisco, CA 94105 or resumes@sierraclub.org.
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FYI
Contributed by Susan Young:
Great American Writing Road Trip Adventure
Writer's Digest Books invites you to come along on the Great American Writing Road Trip Adventure, a cross-country journey promoting the art of writing, with events in more than thirty independent and chain bookstores. You'll hear the advice of top writing instruction authors and experts covering all aspects of writing and publishing.
The first leg of the tour, in the Midwest, is already complete. Check out www.livetowrite.com for all the details and photos of these events, plus a day-by-day journal, kept by the drivers of the Road Trip van and some of the folks they've met along the way.
Next up: California and the Northwest. The Great American Writing Road Trip Adventure continues on Friday, June 18, at Cody's Books, in Berkeley, featuring author Oakley Hall. From there, it's off to Book Passage in Corte Madera, on Saturday, June 19, with author Gillian Roberts. The rest of the week's activities include stops in San Mateo, Carmel, and Pasadena before heading north to Portland and Seattle. All events are posted on the website, www.livetowrite.com. In mid-July, The Road Trip will be in Massachusetts, Connecticut and two stops in New York City. Late July finds the Road Trip in Tennessee, Mississippi and Louisiana. Authors participating include Tom Franklin, acclaimed Southern writer and author of Hell at the Breech; Lauren Kessler, best-selling author of The Happy Bottom Riding Club; acclaimed short story writer, John Biguenet, whose first novel, Oyster, was just released; and agent and author, Michael Larsen, whose best-selling book, How To Write a Book Proposal, is now in its third edition. Visit www.livetowrite.com for up-to-date information. The site also lists a directory of writing groups by state and message boards. See you on the road!
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CONTESTS
“Smart Gear” Contest
The International Smart Gear Competition seeks innovative fishing gear that reduces bycatch – accidental deaths of marine mammals, birds, sea turtles and non-target fish species. The competition is open to anyone – professional gear manufacturers, fishermen, students, engineers and scientists – and will award a $25,000 prize to the design judged to be the most practical, cost-effective method for reducing bycatch of any species. The winner also will be provided with assistance in bringing the design to market. There are three categories for entries: gear that reduces sea turtle bycatch, gear that reduces cetacean bycatch and gear that reduces bycatch of other non-target species. For more information, go to www.smartgear.org.
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