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The computer was in the shop for a week as it was rattling like an old Lada trying to get up Denny Hill. When I arrived to pick it up, the techie was happily anticipating sizeable cash fow for a new 80gb HD and gig RAM. Although the computer is officially 2years old and was still under guarantee when the motherboard suffered meltdown on the Ides of January, HP is a very dodgy company leaving me with nearly double the expense in repair bills as in the original order. The result is that it got carted off for reincarnation as a Czech special which causes hassles with Bill the Pill over there in Seattle. Computers with suffering internal family quarrels and divorce bills that abandon bitchy old mothers and acquiring new ones, also get divorce bills from Microsoft with the claim that a new motherboard constitutes a new computer; therefore, the Windows license is not transferrable. Natch, this means more income for Redmond and more out of my pocket on a computer that was still under guarantee from HP, but sticking me with outrageous repair bils while pasing the buck on replacement parts and maintenance. So I inquired about how the new HD blended in with the adopted family, "Do I have to have everything re-installed or is the memory just automatically expanded?" This gave the techie something apparently to think about as he was looking at the invoice. I was unwilling to cart 17kg across town on my back without reassurance that the stuff was in the box. I am a person who delights in demonstrations. The papers were handed across the desk as I asked the pertinent question, "Is the 80gb HD in the box?" Indeed not, but they discovered the rattle. The techie hastily removed the offending computer from my feet and dragged it into the backroom to return redfaced. His was the error. He had forgotten to list it on the work order.

So it's here now, again with the familiar Lada rattle, laboring up Beacon Hill or climbing the steps to the Hrad in preparation of yet another exciting James Bond film, but working again after another round of convincing Bill the Pill in Redmond that indeed it is my computer albeit the mechanics, A, Zip drive and CD-RW are from the first 4gb Czech special and the 40gb HD from HP while the motherboard et al are from the reincarnation after the Ides of January 2006. Accordingly, if you have software that came with a computer, you cannot continue using it if the motherboard is changed. A new motherboard by MS definition is a different computer. However, in the Czech Republic, MS gets their money doubled as you cannot buy a computer here off the shelf or place an order without first buying the Czech version and then ordering the English separately. Is very nice system for Bill. Nor is it possible to buy computer off shelf and exchange Czech Windows with English. You must pay Redmond twice.

So don't squawk over there about how unfair the EU is on poor Bill. Not at all-- Microsoft is as dirty as it gets and then Bill always makes the news as being a philanthropist—but actually he rips the world off and then tries to put on a pretty face. If he were really of good intention, he would change such double-dealing policies. And yes, the case is also new and they happily obliged in transferring the stupid stickers onto the new casing. That's also prohibited by MS in Redmond while it fills its pocket with double-pricing. So third time in year of watching MS freeze Office while I re-registered the computer. And after such incredible expense with HP, I would never touch anything by HP again. Certainly not a printer or computer. Maybe a vacuum cleaner, if they can make one better than a sturdy Czech broom.

pogo

17 April 2006
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1. Useless Trivia
2. Words Worth Consideration
3. Behind the Words
4. Link Up
5. In the News
6. Stuff
7. Jobs4Us

Uselesss Trivia
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Out of the Cradle
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April 21, 1816 Charlotte Bronte, Tornton England, novelist (Jane Eyre)
April 22, 1816 Philip James Bailey, English poet (Festus)
April 22, 1873 Ellen Anderson Glasgow, US, novelist (Ancient Law, Pulitzer-1942)
April 22, 1899 Vladimir Nabokov, St Petersburg, novelist
April 22, 1914 Jan de Hartog, Dutch/English writer (Holland's Glory)
April 22, 1914 Charles Hubert Sisson author/poet (Christopher Homm)
April 22, 1920 Jos de Haes, Flemish philological/poet (Misery of the Word)
April 22, 1923 Paula Fox, US children's books author (Poor George)
April 23, 1852 Edwin Markham US, poet (1st winner of Amer Academy of Poets Award 1937)
April 23, 1899 Edith Ngaio Marsh, NZ, Kiwi mystery writer (Black Beech & Honeydew)April 23, 1918 Maurice Druon [Kessel] French writer/journalist (Prix Goncourt)
April 23, 1923 James Kirkup travel writer/poet/novelist (African in Greenland)
April 23, 1923 Avram Davidson, US, sci-fi author (Hugo, Peregrine: Primus, Rork!)
April 23, 1926 James P Donleavy, Brooklyn, novelist (Ginger Man, Onion Eaters)
April 23, 1940 Richard Monaco, US, sci-fi author (Grail War, Final Quest)
April 24, 1815 Anthony Trollope, England, novelist/poet (Barchester Towers)
April 24 1851 Eduardo Acevedo Díaz Uruguaian writer (Ismael, Grito de Gloria)
April 24, 1883 Jaroslav Hasek, Czech writer (Brave soldier Schweik/ Good Soldier Schwejk) [or April 30]
April 24, 1905 Robert Penn Warren 1st US poet laureate (All the King's Men)
April 25, 1842 Antonio Fogazzarro, Italian writer/poet (Il santo/Leila)
April 25, 1883 Elsa Maxwell, Keokuk Iowa, writer (Jack Paar Show)
April 25, 1925 Flannery O'Connor short story writer (or 03/25)
April 25, 1937 Thomas Faber, publisher
April 26, 1564 William Shakespeare, Stratford-on-Avon England, playwright (Hamlet)
April 26, 1889 Ludwig Wittgenstein, Austria, philosopher (Tractatus)
April 26, 1893 Anita Loos author (Gentlemen Prefer Blondes)
April 26, 1898 Vicente Aleixandre, Spain, writer (Ambito, Bird of Paper, Nobel 1977)
April 26, 1916 Morris L West, Australia, novelist (Shoes of the Fisherman)
April 27, 1759 Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin, England, writer/feminist (Female Reader)
April 27, 1945 August Wilson, US, playwright (Fences, Pulitzer 1987)
April 28, 1906 Pierre [Louis] Boileau, Paris France, novelist (Vertigo)
Aprl 28, 1917: Robert Anderson, NY, writer (Tea & Sympathy, Never Sang for My Father)
April 28, 1926 Harper Lee, author (To Kill a Mockingbird)

Into the Graveyard
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April 21, 1699 Jean Racine French playwright (Phèdre), dies at 59
April 21, 1930 Robert S Bridges poet laureate (Testament of beauty), dies at 85
April 22, 1996 Erma Bombeck humorist (Grass is Greener over the Septic Tank), dies at 69
April 23, 1740 Thomas Tickell poet, dies
April 23, 1850 William Wordsworth poet, dies at 80
April 23, 1975 R D Brinkmann writer, dies
April 23, 1996 Pamela Lyndon Travers writer (Mary Poppins), dies at 96
April 24, 1731 Daniel Defoe English novelist (Robinson Crusoe), dies
April 24, 1912 Justin M'Carthy politician/novelist (Miss Misanthrope), dies at 81
April 25, 1595 Torquato Tasso Italian poet/playwright, dies at 51
April 25, 1635 Alessandro Tassoni Italian political writer (Rape of Bucket), dies at 69
Aprl 25, 1800 William Cowper English lawyer/poet (Olney Hymns), dies at 68
April 25, 1873 Walter de la Mare English poet/author (Behold the Dreamer), dies at 43
April 25, 1942 Paul Kornfeld writer, dies at 52
Aprl 25, 1954 Joseph Hergesheimer novelist (Java Head), dies
April 25, 1966 Maurice Roelants Belgian author (Prayer for a Good End), dies at 70
April 25, 1982 Paul de Vree Flemish writer/essayist (Round Table), dies
April 25, 1982 William R Burnett US, writer (Asphalt Jungle), dies at 82
April 26, 1731 Daniel Defoe English author (Robinson Crusoe), dies at about 70
April 26, 1910 Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson Norwegian writer (Mary, Nobel 1903), dies at 77
April 27, 1932 Harold "Heart" Crane US poet (Bridge), commits suicide by jumping from a steamer while sailing from México to New York at 32

Happenings
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April 21 1818 Franz Grillparzer's "Sappho", premieres in Vienna
April 21 1828 Noah Webster publishes 1st American dictionary
April 21, 1894 George Bernard Shaw's "Arms & the Man", premieres in London
April 22, 1897 NYC Jewish newspaper "Forward" begins publishing (stiil active)
April 22, 1952 Eugène Ionesco's "Les Chaises", premieres in NYC
April 23, 1975 Harold Pinter's "No Man's Land", premieres in London
April 24, 1897 1st reporter, William Price (Washington Star), is assigned to White House
April 25, 1719 Daniel Defoes publishes "Robinson Crusoe"
April 25, 1949 Friedrich Dürrenmatt's "Romulus der Grosse", premieres in Basel

2. Words Worth Consideration
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The pages are still blank, but there is a miraculous feeling of the words being there, written in invisible ink and clamoring to become visible.

Vladimir Nabokov

3. Behind the Words
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Vladimir Nabokov
22 April 1899 – 2 July 1977 Montreaux

Vladimir Nabokov was born to an aristocratic family of five children in Tsarist russia under Nicholas II. His father was known as a Liberal politician which cost him ninety days time in prison in 1908 nd his life in 1922. The family split time between their house in St Petersburg and a country estate. French dominated English and Russian had to be tutored to Vladimir who had insufficient knowledge of his mother tongue. He attended a posh private school, Tenishev in St Petersburg where he disdained his equals and his superiors. He was chaffeured daily to the school in a Rolls Royce which further isolated him through snobbery from his classmates. In 1916, his uncle settled a sizeable inheritance on him of two million dollars, but in 1917 the Nabokovs were forced to abandon St Petersburg in the wake of the Revolution. They left Russia to settle first in the Crimea and then moved to England where VN and his brother, Sergei entered Cambridge in 1919. Originally VN undertook studies in ichthyology, but changed to French and Russian Literature.

In 1922, VN translated Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland into Russian. The similarities of the two authors is striking as both had interests in science, notably butterflies and chess. while in the Crimea, VN had accumulated 77 species of butterfly and 100 species of moth. In 1923, he published his first articles in academic entomology in the journal, The Entomologist. His fascination with butterflies served him well as his first appointment in the US was with the Museum of Natural History where he contributed in research and sektches.

In 1922, his parents were living in Berlin where his father had undertaken an editorship of a Russian newspaper for the emigree community. Unluckily he was mistaken one night as Pavel Mikulov by two gunmen who shot and killed him in a theater. His wife was invited to move to Prague where she remained between 1923-1939.

After graduating from Cambridge in 1923, VN took up his father's occupation in Berlin. He supplemented his income through acting in theater and film and by teaching, translating and writing. To avoid confusion with his father, he used the name VI Sirin. In 1925, he met Vera Slonim at a benefit whom he married. They had a son, Dimitri who later asssisted him with his writing.

With the rise of Nazi power, Berlin became a hostile environment. The Nabokovs moved to Paris in 1939, but the stay was short-lived. In 1940, VN arrived in New York where he first worked at the Museum of Natural History and then moved onto Stanford where he taught comparative literature and Russian at Wellesly. During the 1950's VN wrote Lolita during a butterfly excursion in the Rocky Mountains. Lolita was first published in Paris where it created a furor in 1955. In 1958, the book was rleased in the US. Lolita assured Nabokov of financial security so that he was able to withdraw from academic positions and concentrate only on writing and butterflies. Lolita outsold Dr. Zhivago by Boris Pasternak and kept him well-fed. In 1961, Nabokovs moved to Montreaux, Switzerland where he produced Pale Fire. He died there on 2 July 1977.

Important Literary Works:

1922 transl Alice in Wonderland
1952 Conclusive Evidence republished as Speak Memory in 1967
1955 Lolita, published in Paris, 1958 in the US
1958 transl of Lermontov, A Hero of our Time
1959 Invitation to a Beheading
1962 Pale Fire
1967 Speak Memory
1969 Ada

4. Link Up
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Wikipedia: Vladimir Nabokov
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nabokov
general biographical article

Zembla: Nabokov
http://www.libraries.psu.edu/nabokov/bio.htm

Site Index for Zembla
http://www.libraries.psu.edu/nabokov/

Butterflies and Moths Bearing Nabokov's Name
http://www.libraries.psu.edu/nabokov/dzbutt9.htm

Beyond Lolita
http://www.cnn.com/SPECIALS/books/1999/nabokov/
provides message boards, links to articles and other online resources

Kirjasto: Nabokov
http://www.kirjasto.sci.fi/nabokov.htm

5. In the News: Plagiarism Pays
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Nilanjana S Roy: Kaavya Viswanathan: Sloppy Seconds
http://tinyurl.com/guf8d
26 April 2006 Business Standard, India

"This should really be called “How Kaavya Viswanathan Got Caught, Got Nailed and Ruined This Columnist’s Vacation”. Yesterday’s column referred"

Nilanjana S Roy: Psst! Wanna be an author?
http://tinyurl.com/hvbh6
25 April 2006 Business Standard, India

"The puzzling thing is that there are several authors writing for the same market who have produced work at least as good as Opal Mehta—Anjali Bannerji with Maya Running, for example—who haven’t cracked the same deal. Kaavya Viswanathan is, at the very least, a competent writer: but she is also very much a product of today’s market, a contemporary success story where the key elements are packaging and media managing, and where the book itself is just the content."

Sophomore Novelist Admits To Borrowing Language From Earlier Books
http://www.thecrimson.com/article.aspx?ref=513000
25 April 2006 Harvard Crimson
Paras D. Bhayani and David Zhou

"“If I use a sentence from another work and pass it off as my own without citing it or quoting it, that might not be copyright infringement because I wouldn’t necessarily need permission to use it,” Lessig said. “But since I’m asserting that I am, in fact, the author of that sentence, that would be plagiarism.”"

6. Stuff
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Paint.net 4.68 free alternate for MS Paint
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Paint.NET_d4548.html

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also this week
Starter Kits from MS
http://blogs.msdn.com/danielfe/archive/2006/04/19/579109.aspx
includes Visual Studio Express and the Beta: Classifieds Site Starter Kit

8. Jobs4Us
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1. Gospel Truth Magazine
http://tinyurl.com/ot9d7
Position: Writers Journalism Jobs

Location: Houston, Texas
Job Status: Freelance
Salary: Commission/Contract
Ad Expires: May 29, 2006
Job ID: 629461
Description:
Gospel Truth Magazine is seeking freelance writers who can keep up with the fast paced demand of a National Publication. Writer's need to have sharp research skills, quick turn around time and able to complie information for an informative thought provoking story that will keep the readers attention. All interested parties are to contact Kerry Douglas at kdougals@gtmmedia.com or log onto www.gospeltruthmagazine.com. Candidates can also send their resumes and wrting samples to 7350 Senate Dr. Houston, Texas 77040 or fax to 713.856.5522

2. Sr. Medical Writer-Yardley, PA
http://tinyurl.com/pbpun
Journalism Jobs

Location: Yardley, Pennsylvania
Job Status: Full-time
Salary: Not Specified
Ad Expires: May 23, 2006
Job ID: 627190
Description: Sr. Medical Writer-Yardley, PA

KEY PURPOSE: To write and manage the delivery of the scientific content of medical communications within an account that satisfy client needs in terms of quality, commercial focus, timing and cost.

ACCOUNTABILITIES: 1. To manage delivery of scientific content for a range of medical communications within an account that meet client needs, internal quality standards and timelines: 1.1. Act as Lead Writer for an account and provide the main point of contact on matters of scientific content for the client 1.2. Attend briefing, commencement and status meetings 1.3. Incorporate key messages according to brief or outline 1.4. Write and edit outlines and drafts, and take in relevant amendments 1.5. Delegate work as appropriate 1.6. Advise Editorial Leader about resource requirements, including use of NZ writing group 1.7. Prepare editorial quotes 1.8. Recommend authors, publications and target journals 1.9. Address journal peer review comments 1.10. Manage scientific content of symposia and other meetings. 2. To review scientific content for range of medical communications within an account according to client needs, internal quality standards and agreed specifications, budgets and timeframes: 2.1. Monitor quality, style and accuracy, providing timely, consistent and constructive feedback 2.2. Check that key messages are clearly integrated 2.3. In lead writer role, liaise with clients and Account Handler to agree specifications and check that client expectations are being met. 3. To apply knowledge of the pharmacology and strategic marketing of pharmaceuticals in the development of the account plan, strategic publication plan and communication programme for an account: 3.1. Attend briefing and brainstorming meetings 3.2. Prepare proposal content and attend pitches, if required 3.3. Maintain current awareness of developments in therapeutic area and discipline and the Adis product portfolio 3.4. Provide scientific input to complement account management in developing new opportunities within accounts. 4. In conjunction with the Editorial Leader, to help develop writers and EAs within an account team to achieve their full potential: 4.1. Identify skill gaps 4.2. Encourage and provide constructive feedback 4.3. Contribute to or conduct (as appropriate) performance and learning & development reviews 5. To support team working principles within the US editorial team, account team and other departments and collaboration between Yardley and NYC: 5.1. Attend team and account meetings to discuss Adis and team goals. 6. To record and monitor actual time spent on a project against budgeted time, and complete timesheets in a timely manner. 7. Any other duties as requested by manager.

3. Associate Editor Books Dept
http://tinyurl.com/rd8jf
Journalism Jobs

Company: Kalmbach Publishing Co.
Position: Kalmbach Publishing has an immediate opening
for an Associate Editor in our Books department.
Location: Waukesha, Wisconsin
Job Status: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable
Ad Expires: May 16, 2006
Job ID: 624513

Website: http://www.kalmbach.com
Description: ASSOCIATE EDITOR - BOOKS DEPARTMENT

Do you love making books? Are you good at converting writers' enthusiasm into clear, concise, accurate, and fun pages of instructions, explanations, and illustrations?

Then you'll love working at Kalmbach Books. We publish 15 magazine titles for the hobby and enthusiast press. Our Books department supports these magazines and our readers with beautiful illustrated books on subjects ranging from beading and crafts to model railroads and snowmobiles.

You'll work with other editors, authors, artists, illustrators, and photographers to create colorful, informative publications you can be proud of.
You'll learn to manage the entire process from manuscript to bound book
You'll become a respected expert on some of these subjects in order to help us attract new book titles and projects.

Kalmbach Publishing Co. Attn: Human Resources, BKS-JJ-1 21027 Crossroads Circle P.O. Box 1612 Waukesha, WI 53187-1612
EMAIL: hr@kalmbach.com FAX: 262-796-0739 Job Hotline: 262-798-6651

4. Copy Editor
http://tinyurl.com/o8wtl
Journalism Jobs

Company: Congressional Quarterly
Position: Copy Editor
Location: Washington, DC, District of Columbia
Job Status: Full-time
Salary: Not Specified
Ad Expires: May 16, 2006
Job ID: 598167
Website: http://www.cq.com

Description:
Congressional Quarterly is looking for an experienced copy editor for its daily and weekly publications who writes clear, evocative headlines, stops poor copy in its tracks, catches the smallest of errors and has an interest in policy and government. Quark experience a plus; position is full-time evenings. Must have minimum four years' experience on a daily newspaper or weekly magazine copy desk.

Send cover letter and resume to jobs@cq.com, with the words 'Copy Editor` in the subject line of your email. EOE. No phone calls, please.

5. Proofreader Needed!
http://tinyurl.com/sx3yz
Journalism Jobs

Position: Proofreader Needed!
Location: Hurst, Texas
Job Status: Freelance
Salary: Negotiable
Ad Expires: May 12, 2006
Job ID: 623251
Description:
MMG, a multi-titled Hurst, Texas based consumer magazine publishing company, is seeking a highly motivated proofreader.

This position is responsible for proofreading several national magazines preferably using AP style. There is the possibility of handling additional copy writing projects if interested.
Interested candidates should e-mail cover letter and resume' to Bliss Ferris at bferris@mmgweb.com. No calls please.

6. Writer
http://tinyurl.com/m58xf
Journalism Jobs

Position: Writer
Location: Delray Beach, Florida
Job Status: Not Specified
Salary: Not Specified
Ad Expires: May 11, 2006
Job ID: 622827

WANTED: WRITER… Leading financial publisher with offices in Baltimore, London, Paris, Johannesburg and Delray Beach seeks highly promising writer (college grad okay) open to training and hard work, including tons of reading and research. If you’re open to “selling” with the written word, you’ll learn the art of direct-response copywriting from the best in the business, plus receive a starting salary and incentives package that could have you earning six figures in 2-3 years. Plus you’ll work at our offices just blocks from the ocean in laid-back Delray Beach, FL.

7. Title: Writer/Producer - On-Air Promotions US-CA-Los Feliz
http://tinyurl.com/pzuva
21 March 2006 Disney

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Writing and producing network and weekly on-air promotion and presentations for Drama/Movies/Miniseries, Comedy, or Reality Series/Specials. Producers write/produce concept spots, launch and image campaigns as well as episodic promotion.

Primary responsibilities include:
Producing all aspects from concept to on air (writing scripts, work and follow through with graphics department as part of process, choosing music, coordinating talent, pitch meetings, clip packages, special off-air projects)

Collaborating with other departments (Programming, PR, Production, Graphics design)
Knowledge and Experience with music scoring, non-linear editing, web links, and clip-driven as well as original shoots a plus.

Ideal candidates are highly creative, collaborative, and have solid experience writing and producing on-air promotions. For immediate consideration, email resume to abcrecruiter4@abc.com and submit reels to 500 S Buena Vista Street, Mail Code 4391, Burbank, CA 91521 Attention: Recruiting

8. Assistant News Reporter ABC Washington DC
http://tinyurl.com/o7v3h
2 March 2006 Disney

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Gather breaking, enterprise and investigative news and report on it in a busy news/talk show environment. Work in the field to produce both live shots and produced packages for newscasts as well as for talk programs. Duties also include occasional anchoring, news writing and editing for both radio and the internet. EOE.

Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree
Work Experience: Minimum 3 years CURRENT on-air radio experience
Technical Skills: Digital audio editing skills
Non-technical Skills: Strong on-air news delivery and writing skills; current valid driver's license

Desired Qualifications:
Work Experience: Local DC area news experience
Technical Skills: Familiarity with Comrex Hotline and/or Matrix remote broadcast equipment
Please send tape or cd with resume to: News Director, WMAL-AM, 4400 Jenifer St., NW, Washington, DC 20015

9. Deputy Editor New York, NY (360 Park)
http://tinyurl.com/qb463
Req Nr: 301812 ReedBusiness

Job Category : Editorial/Journalism
Job Type : Exempt
Position Type : Full Time - Permanent
Country : United States
Job Responsibilities and Qualifications :

We are looking for a motivated individual that works well with people and has at least five years of business writing experience, preferably for an industrial trade publication.
Description : Chemical Market Reporter, the leading weekly trade publication covering the business of chemicals, is seeking a Deputy Editor.

You will work closely with the Editor in running the weekly publication, writing features, contributing online articles and directing news and features content.

Responsibilities include working with staff editors, copy editor and production department to put the issue together at least one week out of every month, taking on certain feature articles, and driving new content. The Deputy Editor will also write in-depth articles, which involve interviewing company executives, analysts, consultants and traders for market and pricing information, trends and other information.

Job includes travel to chemical industry conferences and events.
Contact: Joseph Chang, CMR Editor
Joseph.chang@icis.com
Fax: 212-791-4310
Address: 360 Park Avenue South, 12th Floor
New York, NY 10010

10. Promotions Writer / Producer KIRO Seattle
http://tinyurl.com/pyoxx
27 March 2006

KIRO 7, Seattle`s CBS affiliate, is looking for a topical and image writer/producer. If you have what it takes to write and produce compelling promos in the 12th largest market, we would like to talk with you. Minimum three years experience. Non-linear editing a plus.

Send tape and resume to Human Resources for consideration.

Send Resumes to:
KIRO TV
Attn: Human Resources
2807 Third Avenue

10. Editor
http://tinyurl.com/j37gv
21 April 2006 Boss Staffing

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop original content, headlines, and captions; focusing on quality, style, organization, and readability

Edit and proofread written material, usually as the final step before it is set to type; correcting errors in grammar, spelling, usage and style
Make decisions about what content to publish and how to approach it
Research, interview, and report
Oversee a staff of writers
Hire writers, plan budgets, and negotiate contracts
Track writers' progress and make sure they meet deadlines

Skills and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, and/or Communications
2+ years of professional experience
Outstanding written and oral communication skills
Strong knowledge of proofreading, syntax, spelling and formatting skills
Familiarity with AP, GPO, Chicago, and/or AMA
Basic understanding of layout and design is a plus

To be considered for this position, complete our online application by visiting our website at www.BOSSstaffing.com, selecting the Metro Baltimore office, referencing job code #ED0324DB

11. Proofreader
http://tinyurl.com/fx96e
Boss Staffing

BOSS Staffing is seeking proficient PROOFREADERS for our Baltimore area clients. We have excellent temp and temp-to-hire opportunities with many local organizations. Our clients need highly qualified individuals to review work to identify typographical errors and deviations. These individuals will make certain that final materials are clear, concise, and grammatically correct.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or related area
Minimum of 3 years proofreading experience
Strong knowledge of proofreading, syntax, spelling and formatting functions

To be considered for this position, complete our online application by visiting our website at www.BOSSStaffing.com, selecting the Metro Baltimore office and referencing job #PR0324DB

12. Sr. Copywriter DC
http://tinyurl.com/z4ny4
Boss Staffing

21 April 2006
BOSS Staffing is seeking a talented Senior Copywriter for a direct hire position in the Washington, DC area. Our client, a national relationship marketing agency, is looking for a detail-oriented writer to support their rapidly growing portfolio of Fortune 100 & 500 clients. The ideal candidate will have experience writing in a variety of mediums and a solid understanding of how to maintain effective concepts that are consistent with the client’s brand.

The ideal candidate will possess:
5-7 years of agency experience which includes direct marketing
Proven ability to develop compelling and effective concepts throughout project execution
Excellent writing and grammar skills
Ability to concept independently as well as within a team
Pharmaceutical writing experience highly desired

To be considered for this position, complete our online application, select the Metro DC office, and reference job #80481JL www.BOSSstaffing.com

13. Sr. Copywriter Metro DC
http://tinyurl.com/zl6xv
21 April 2006 Boss Staffing


experience in the Northern Virginia area. Our client is looking for an experienced individual to help their Interactive Marketing Department develop business opportunities by creating and editing pieces for multiple clients and verticals. They need a strong generalist who can produce powerful PowerPoint presentations and sales proposals, plus support a variety of writing needs: sales collateral, e-mail and ad copy. The ideal candidate will be a creative thinker, hard worker, and have a strong command of both the language and the software used to deliver the message. This individual must be able to work well in a team environment while juggling multiple projects.

Responsibilities:
Create b2b and marketing proposals
Support advertising and sales dept
Create compelling PowerPoint presentations
Write for sales collateral, brochures and b2b/ b2c print and online copy advertisements

Qualifications:
BA/BS or with English discipline desired
7+ years of experience in advertising/marketing writing
Marketing proposal experience
Excellent time management skills and the ability to multitask
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint and Acrobat
Expert portfolio that includes successful proposals, not just ads and mailers
Online experience a plus; previous agency experience also preferred

To be considered for this position, complete our online application, select the Metro DC office, and reference job #80843JL www.BOSSstaffing.com

14. Copywriters Washington DC
http://tinyurl.com/eoaek
21 April 2006 Boss Staffing

BOSS Staffing has several temporary openings for full-time onsite Copywriters. These individuals will work with one of our Metro DC agencies. Idea candidates will be strategic thinking individuals who demonstrate an understanding of the business objectives behind communication and demonstrate unique writing skills that quickly and effortlessly bring brands to life. So, if you have a strong copywriting portfolio and desire to work hard, then come join our dynamic teams that values collaboration and build bridges with their members.

Skills and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Marketing or Advertising
2-3 years of developed writing experience
Real estate experience preferred
To be considered for this position, complete our online application, select the Metro DC office, and reference job #CW0206JL

15. Proofreaders Washington DC
http://tinyurl.com/erj4c
21 April 2006 Boss Staffing

BOSS Staffing is actively recruiting for PROOFREADERS for a long term temporary opportunity for our client in Wilmington, DE. In this position, you will be doing straight proofreading (consistency, grammar, etc.) for Direct Mail pieces.

Candidates must be very well polished and have excellent communication skills. Must also have over 3 years of experience in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.

For immediate consideration, please send your resume to Wilmingtonjobs@BOSSstaffing.com.
NOTE: BOSS Staffing does not offer 1099 Contracts.

16. Writers / Editors Washington DC
http://tinyurl.com/j9a84
21 April 2006 Boss Staffing

BOSS Staffing is seeking highly qualified Writers/Editors for freelance and temp-to-hire openings in the Metro DC area. Our clients need your exceptional skills to create complex, compelling copy that is clear, concise, and grammatically correct. Ideal candidates will have a creative flair to produce documents with emphasis on consistency and accuracy. The position requires editing and reviewing a variety of materials.

Specific Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications or Journalism
4+ years of professional related experience
Candidate must be able to write with impeccable grammar
To be considered for this position, complete our online application, select the Metro DC office, and reference job #WE0222AB

17. Copywriter NY
http://tinyurl.com/ho86r
21 April 2006 Boss Staffing

BOSS Staffing has fabulous freelance and temp-to-hire opportunities for COPYWRITERS in the Metro NY/NJ area. Talented individuals will be responsible for creating and editing written materials across all media and channels. Ideal candidates will be required to write compelling, creative copy while maintaining a “voice” which is consistent with each of our client’s brands.

Job Responsibilities:
Write persuasive copy for marketing print and electronic collateral

Edit or re-write existing selling copy and articles, as required
Revise copy as required to correct factual errors or meet space limitations
Assist in proofreading and approval of copy

Skills:
Bachelor's degree
4+ years experience in copywriting
Excellent grammar and spelling skills
Ability to collaborate with and draw information from others; a team player
Knowledge of Quark or InDesign a plus
To be considered for this position, complete our online application, select the Metro NJ/NY office, and reference job #CW0306MB

18, Copywriter Metro NY
http://tinyurl.com/e8bsl
21 April 2006 Boss Staffing

BOSS Staffing has a temporary opening for a full-time onsite Copywriter with direct mail experience. This individual will work for a full service, direct-marketing agency in the Northern NJ area. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinking individual who will demonstrate an understanding of the marketing objectives behind communication and demonstrate unique writing skills that quickly and effortlessly bring brands to life. So, if you have a strong copywriting portfolio and a desire to work hard, then come join this dynamic team that values collaboration and builds bridges with its members.

Skills and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Marketing or Advertising
2-3 years of developed writing experience
Background in travel or entertainment preferred
To be considered for this position, complete our online application, select the Metro NJ/NY office, and reference job #65828NB

19. Medical Writer Metro NJ / NY
http://tinyurl.com/k3lv7
21 April 2006 Boss Staffing

BOSS Staffing is currently seeking a Medical Writer to fill an excellent position with a healthcare communications agency in the Parsippany, NJ area. The successful candidate will write a range of high-quality communication products aimed at the pharmaceutical industry. This position requires a professional who takes ownership of their work and effectively and efficiently manages project resources including project boxes, scheduling, background information, databases, document tracking, and division of work within project team.

Responsibilities:
Produce clear, accurate, creative and grammatically correct written work for a variety of therapeutic assignments
Provide added value to projects by contributing creative ideas, concepts and suggestions
Ensure that projects are in accordance with the needs of the client, target audience, target publication, medium and level of creativity
Objectively evaluate scientific literature and data
Identify inadequacies of projects and take prompt action where needed
Alert colleagues to any potential problems
Work within agreed deadlines and budgets
Follow style guidelines and procedures
Experience/Minimum Requirements:
Bachelors Degree
Demonstrated scientific writing skills
Working medical writing knowledge of requirements for clinical documents
Must be able to manage multiple projects
To be considered for this position, complete our online application, select the Metro NJ/NY office, and reference job #65821NB

20. Proofreader Metro NJ / NY
http://tinyurl.com/gbwwn
21 April 2006 Boss Staffing

BOSS Staffing is seeking proficient PROOFREADERS for our Northern NJ area clients. We have excellent temp and temp-to-hire opportunities with many local organizations. Our clients need highly qualified individuals to review work to identify typographical errors and deviations. These individuals will make certain that final materials are clear, concise, and grammatically correct.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or related area
Minimum of 3 years proofreading experience
Strong knowledge of proofreading, syntax, spelling and formatting functions
To be considered for this position, complete our online application by visiting our website at www.BOSSStaffing.com, selecting the Metro NJ/NY office and referencing job #PR0125MB

21. News Stringer
http://tinyurl.com/h42fc
24 April 2006 SF Craigslist

Need reporter with solid grasp of Santa Rosa and Sonoma County issues to file stories for MetroSource radio wire service, operated by Metro Networks, a Westwood One company. Applicants should know broadcast style writing. Stories should include audio bites, but they will not be voiced. This is a reporter position not an announcer position. Stories should be filed for morning weekday drive time. Your schedule will be driven by news events and meeting agendas of councils and supervisors; otherwise, it's yours to set. This is not an employee position and does not include benefits. You would be an independent contractor and responsible for invoicing for your work. Metro Networks/Westwood One, EEO employer.

Compensation: $40 per story, $1500 monthly maximum.
Telecommuting is ok.

22. Drum Percussions Editor
http://tinyurl.com/z3tn9
22 April 2006 SF Craigslist

DRUM! Magazine is seeking an Assistant Editor to work in its San Jose, California office. The full-time position requires professional editing and writing experience, as well as a working knowledge of drumming technique, equipment, and history. Must be able to deliver sparkling prose under deadline pressure. Applicants who read and transcribe drumming notation; have hands-on experience with electronic percussion and/or recording technology; or are punk, metal, and hard rock fans will be shown preference. We're a Mac-based office using Microsoft Word and Quark Xpress. Send us your resume, writing samples, and salary requirements. No calls, please. Email or Fax 408-971-0382.

23. Education/Arts Reporter (vallejo / benicia / fairfield)
http://tinyurl.com/hsmtz
22 April 2006 Craigslist

The daily Benicia Herald newspaper has an immediate opening for an education reporter. Our ideal candidate can jump right in and start producing stories without a lot of supervision. The beat also includes the local art and artisan community.

Benicia is an active waterfront town on the southern edge of Solano County, just over the bridge from Martinez. We never run out of things to cover in this city of 28,000 people.

We are a 10,000-circulation daily broadsheet with a more than 90 percent penetration rate in our market.

E-mail your resume to jrmoses@sbcglobal.net, fax your resume and cover letter only to 707-745-8583, or call the editor, John R. Moses, at 707-745-0733 to arrange an immediate interview if your background suits our requirements. Our street address is 820 First St., Benicia, CA, 94510.

This is not a job for someone who is making tons of money in another profession and hopes to learn a new skill. You won't make tons of money as a journalist at a small daily paper, but the job has its own rewards.

24. Grants Manager (downtown / civic / van ness)
http://tinyurl.com/zhjyr
21 April 2006 Craigslist

DESCRIPTION:
The LightHouse is seeking a skilled, experienced and committed professional for the position of Grants Manager. The Grants Manager, under the supervision of the Chief Development Officer (CDO), is responsible for managing the process of raising funds from foundations, corporations and local government sources. The Grants Manager will work with the CDO to develop the programmatic and budgetary goals with respect to raising funds from these institutional sources and to develop the strategies and tactics needed to achieve those goals. The Grants Manager will write all letters of inquiry, funding proposals and reports to funders. The position is expected to exercise latitude in building strong relationships between the Chief Development Officer and those funding sources. The Grants Manager is responsible for evaluating the institutional fundraising needs of the agency and researching and selecting those institutions most likely to provide funding. The Grants Manager must work independently and be able to balance a varied schedule designed to meet the deadlines and requirements of independent foundations and corporate entities.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, able to manage numerous deadlines and time-lines, be self-motivated and assertive.

As a member of a dynamic, five-member development team, the Grants Manager will assist in setting departmental priorities, communicating program goals and developing marketing and public relations print pieces. Primary responsibility for setting grant proposal goals lies with the Grants Manager. All team members are expected to have skills in writing, group relationships, public presentations and one-on-one meetings. Marketing and outreach skills are equally important.

25. Editor Ditrector
http://tinyurl.com/f6xl8
19 April 2006 SF Craigslist

Small agency, big results
Are you an experienced editor, strategic thinker, and effective manager ready to join a senior creative team?

A leading Silicon Valley marketing agency is seeking a talented writer and manager as editorial director.You will work with our strategic and creative teams, helping clients develop communication programs, publications, editorial calendars, as well as story and content ideas. You will manage a team of freelance writers and editors to execute the editorial strategies. You should enjoy rolling up your sleeves and pitching in to find new talent, launch a new marketing program, and write or edit as needed.

26. Web Content Writer
http://tinyurl.com/e8xj9
19 April 2006 SF Craigslist

Title: Writer - Web Conten
Location: San Francisco
Environment: Casual, flex time
Industry: Financial
Work: E-commerce / Business to Consumer
Contract: 4 months

An innovative, global financial institution is seeking an experienced Writer to work with its e-commerce team in San Francisco for four months. The writer will develop, write and edit online content; review and analyze usability; and contribute to creative briefs and project plans.

Responsibilities:
Develop online content throughout all online channels
Review and analyze all usability, research and voice of customer data
Contribute to creative briefs and project plans
Work with business partners to compile and develop copy points
Oversee editorial development of content related to legal, information security and marketing reviews
Work with technology to implement and test content
Work closely with other writers to develop an extensive and flexible style guide to be used internally and with vendors
Revise content from various sources to ensure consistency with internal standards and guidelines, including editorial, accessibility and brand

27. Grants Manager (downtown / civic / van ness
http://tinyurl.com/kwght
17 April 2006 SF Craigslist

DESCRIPTION:
The LightHouse is seeking a skilled, experienced and committed professional for the position of Grants Manager. The Grants Manager, under the supervision of the Chief Development Officer (CDO), is responsible for managing the process of raising funds from foundations, corporations and local government sources. The Grants Manager will work with the CDO to develop the programmatic and budgetary goals with respect to raising funds from these institutional sources and to develop the strategies and tactics needed to achieve those goals. The Grants Manager will write all letters of inquiry, funding proposals and reports to funders. The position is expected to exercise latitude in building strong relationships between the Chief Development Officer and those funding sources. The Grants Manager is responsible for evaluating the institutional fundraising needs of the agency and researching and selecting those institutions most likely to provide funding. The Grants Manager must work independently and be able to balance a varied schedule designed to meet the deadlines and requirements of independent foundations and corporate entities.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, able to manage numerous deadlines and time-lines, be self-motivated and assertive.
Full job description to be posted on www.lighthouse-sf.org

28. Copywriter
http://tinyurl.com/kyyee
24 April 2006 Seattle Craigslist

Big Fish is seeking a Copywriter for a 3 month long contract with a start-up company on the Eastside. Some telecommuting possible with proven work and once relationship is established.

Experience required: You should be a Writer with experience concepting and developing a company voice. Both branding and promotional copy experience needed, as well as some technical writing/editing skills. The technical writing would be working with existing copy but translating it into an easy to read and understandable message. Samples required.

Excellent company with growth opportunities. Please apply online with your online portfolio or have digital samples available to send.

To apply with Big Fish, please fill out our online application at http://www.gobigfish.com.
Big Fish is always seeking talented creative, marketing, and technology professionals.
Check our job board daily at http://www.gobigfish.com/jobList.aspx, and don't forget to tell your friends to visit, too!

29. Writer / editor Food & restaurant
http://tinyurl.com/hp9yu
24 April Seattle Craigslist

Seattle Weekly seeks a full-time restaurant reviewer/editor to plan and execute the weekly Food & Drink section. We’re looking for someone with a deep knowledge of local restaurants and restaurateurs, a wide-ranging palate, a passion for being first and best, and a strong, personable voice. Excellent organizational skills, ability to manage a budget, and commitment to journalistic ethics are a must. An interest in online journalism is a plus, as are interests in other subject areas (arts, books, movies, or other). Full-time with benefits; salary is DOE. Please send resume and clips or links to ljacobson@seattleweekly.com. Put "Food Editor" in subject line. No phone calls, please.

30. Professional Blogger
http://tinyurl.com/zsoln
24 April 2006 Seattle Craigslist

Stellar is looking for energetic, experienced bloggers to join our staff. These positions are part to full time and you must be able to meet at the Stellar office at least once per week. If you are a writer feel free to apply if you have blogging experience. If you have no blogging experience, please do not apply.

THESE ARE PAID POSITIONS.
We are currently looking for at least one blogger to edit and post on each of these topics:
-hiking
-biking
-climbing
-skiing
-snowboarding
-kayaking
-surfing
-adventure travel
-environment

Responsibilities will include:
-posting multiple blog posts per day on a daily basis
-covering your respective sport and keeping our readers updated on a daily basis
-creating relationships with adventure related companies
-managing community bloggers who work underneath you

30. Genre Authors
http://tinyurl.com/zgtg3
23 April 2006 Chicago Craigslist

Abattoir Publishing, a fledgling genre press, is searching for its first slate of books. We're a horror press and our taste is all that implies. But we're also genre hybridists and are looking for the newest and best in the genre. We're not afraid of pure pulp, of high literary style, of post modern posturing nor of a mixture of all three.

Primarily, we are searching for novels, but we're open to short stories, poems, or even scribblings on napkins. We're also curious to speak to authors who do not normally consider themselves horror authors about trying something within the genre. We are a young company and hungry for material.
Please contact for details or with any questions (or just to wish us luck)

31. Freelance editor-Children's Music
http://tinyurl.com/kx4bf
21 April 2006 Chicago Craigslist

Leading children's music and movement publisher needs experienced freelance editor for teacher guide. You will edit for style, grammar, and light content revision. All of this will be explained clearly and in great detail if you are selected.
Be available through the month of May
Be prepared to complete an editing sample
This is freelance work.

32. Part Time Proofreader
http://tinyurl.com/jeuvk
21 April 2006 Chicago Craigslist

River North design studio in need of a proofreader part-time willing to work on-site in our office. Experience with interactive (websites, banners) necessary. Average 10-15 hrs week.

33. Bloggers Chicago Site
http://tinyurl.com/ktbly
20 April 2006 Chicago Craigslist

Brutally honest, unsparing and self-deprecating, new blog Privacy Issue brings the comic sensibility of Frank Z. White – a British screenwriter and resident Chicagoan – to the web.

The blog subverts the standard blog format, blurring the lines between reality and fiction, as the writer chronicles the banality and pettiness of his day to day interactions with friends and family, adjusts to his new life in United States, and juggles his job and relationship with his increasingly desperate attempts to ‘make it’ as a professional screenwriter.

Privacy Issue needs WRITERS and BLOGGERS to grow.
If you enjoy writing and commenting on blogs then visit www.frankzwhite.com today and contribute.

34. Website Manager / Writer
http://tinyurl.com/g6bb6
19 April 2006 Chicago Craigslist

Participate Media, LLC is looking for a website manager / editor with strong writing skills and solid web experience. The ideal candidate will have experience writing content and promotional copy for websites, be well-versed in latest web technologies and trends, and understand online user behaviors.

Requirements for this position are:
Strong writing and editing skills.
Experience with WYSIWIG software like Macromedia Dreamweaver or Microsoft FrontPage.
Good understanding of HTML, RSS, and other web standards.
Analytical skills – must be able to track and analyze metrics on a regular basis.
An understanding of Web 2.0 technologies/services (popular blogging platforms, Del.icio.us, Technorati, Digg, and others) is a plus. Candidate must be a self-starter willing to work in a fast-paced, fluid environment.
The position is a full-time opportunity and requires an undergraduate degree.

35. Copy Editor Intern
http://tinyurl.com/ggcas
19 April 2006 Chicago Craigslist

Copy Editor Intern
Do you have experience editing? Do you want to work in a relaxed, fun atmosphere? Do you want a job where you can really make a difference? Do you want to use your creativity at work? Do you want a position that offers opportunities for advancement? If so, keep reading…

Brain Hurricane provides tutoring services to at-risk students in failing schools - funded by the federal government. We utilize innovated and fun hands-on strategies to teach math and reading skills to K-8 students. Our philosophy is that students can't learn unless they are paying attention - so we get students to pay attention by making learning fun.

We are looking for an English or Journalism major with experience in editing to assist us in editing our original curriculum. We have over 1,000 pages of original curriculum that need to be edited before they go to print. Candidate should be computer savvy, and familiar with layout programs such as Adobe InDesign.
Ideal candidate should be interested in pursuing a career in education or journalism.

36. Freelance Submissions Christian Womens Newsletter
http://tinyurl.com/juthj
19 April 2006 Chicago Craigslist

Purposeful Women is a newsletter for women serving God. This is a Christian Publication. Purposeful Women is published bi-monthly. Each issue is themed (The Women In Ministry Issue, The Grace Issue, The Holiness Issue, etc.) We are currently seeking submissions for the July/August issue and the September/October issue.

The July/August Issue will be The Love Issue. This issue will examine love as it relates to many different areas of our lives. Love for God, family, spouse, church, career, material possessions, money. Since God is a God of love, how should we reflect Him in our daily living? How does marital love relate to the covenant promises of God? It's not always easy to love; how do you manage to love in difficult times or with difficult people?

The September/October Issue will be the Prayer Issue. This issue will examine the beauty of prayer, the simplicity of prayer, the comfort of prayer, the feelings that come with seemingly unanswered prayer, the wisdom of prayer, the intricacies of prayer and all other matters related to prayer in its many facets including the differences in the way that Christians pray and the ways that other faiths pray.

37. Wet Paint Sr Web editor
http://www.wetpaint.com/job_seniorwebeditor.html

With direction from the VP and Managing Editor, the Sr. Web Editor will manage a team of freelance authors and editors to develop new content for our website. He/she thrives in a collaborative team environment, and has the ability to motivate writers and editors while effectively managing deadlines and priorities. The Sr. Web Editor must have the ability and desire to learn and work across a broad range of subject areas.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in web publishing with a superior understanding of how to optimize content for readability and presentation on the web. He/she possesses knowledge about the technical aspects of web publishing. This individual must have the ability to foster strong relationships with the writers and editors he/she manages and must be willing to participate in the professional development of these individuals.

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Thanking Ardela Dimwit for her incredible patience to handle Bill the Pill in his temperamental moods and surive Yahooligans and other Fools for this week's digging in the Jobbers' Boneyard.

Ardela Dimwit

ardeladimwit@yahoo.com.

pogo

pogomcl@gmail.com.

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