Beginning January 3rd, CUNY is again partnering with The Legislative Gazette to offer semester-long PAID internships. The Gazette internships prepare you for work at newsgathering outlets and other meaningful communication positions. You can earn up to 15 upper division credits. To qualify, you must be a full time student.

The program requires you to receive pre-approval for independent study and/or fieldwork credits from your instructor. All interns reside fulltime in Albany. You will gain invaluable “away from home” study experience.
( To apply, please email a letter of interest and resume to by Nov 15 to:sherley.jean-pierre@mail.cuny.edu

Presents

Careers in Entertainment
PR & Publicity

Thursday, November 5, 2009
1:00PM-2:30PM
LOCATION: City College, Aronow Theater, North Academic Center (NAC)

Come and find out more about public relations & publicity careers in the entertainment industry while simultaneously networking with people in this industry! Students interested in attending should register by emailing their names, telephone numbers, majors (UND if undecided) and year of anticipated graduation to David Thompson at dwthompson@ccny.cuny.edu

Panel Participants:

Jamie Roberts— President/Founder, Forest Media Consulting;
VP, Publicity and New Media, Big Machine Media

Katie Rosin— Kampfire Films PR and Marketing

John Murphy—Founder, Murphy PR

Kimberly Maul— Moderator, Entertainment Reporter, PR Week

http://www1.cuny.edu/portal_ur/flv/bcBootcamp/bcBootcamp2.html

by Edward Carr
People say the best way to learn is to do. I couldn’t agree more.

When I came to Albany, I knew almost nothing about New York state politics. Yet, there I was interning for a newspaper completely based around the goings on of the state legislature.

The very first day I started interning, right after I took off my jacket, I got assigned to write a story about how several good government groups were calling the legislature “the most dysfunctional in the nation.” To say I was nervous was probably a gross understatement. Sure, I had written articles before in class and I had a column in The Excelsior but this time, I was writing for a real newspaper. Everyone in Albany reads The Legislative Gazette.

The first thing I learned from writing for the paper was how dependent we, as journalists, are on the AP Stylebook. I heard it in all of my journalism classes so many times it became like a running gag. “See this?” a professor would ask, pointing to a stylebook. ‘This is your bible.” I have since realized the truth in these statements and agree that the AP Stylebook is packed with incredibly helpful information for all writers. I don’t think there’s been one day where I haven’t consulted my stylebook to see how to abbreviate colonel, if I should use a “%” or “percent, if I have to spell out a number, or to find out the difference between “affect” and “effect.”

Being a reporter writing about politics, I got a true sense of how journalists really are “the fourth estate.” We’re right in the thick of it, watching the watchers and sticking up for the little guy. I can’t say I’ve participated in any scandalous investigative reporting assignments but my participation in another assignment made me very excited to be a reporter. One of my beats was covering the stimulus money diverted into New York. Gov. David A. Paterson, in an effort to stimulate the economy and create jobs during the economic downturn, diverted much of the stimulus package money towards construction projects. My assignment was to see where it was being diverted, how much and how the people getting the money felt. I picked up the phone and talked with many local leaders from the towns, counties, cities and villages having construction projects funded. Surprisingly, most of them said the same thing. “We’re happy that Paterson decided to fund projects in our area but we really need the money for this different project instead,” they told me. One leader told me he would have preferred Paterson fund a revamping of his town’s sewage system as opposed to the resurfacing of a road. He told me, “When you wake up in the morning and your toilet won’t flush, that’s a problem.” Later I found out Paterson was diverting money to construction projects that affected and addressed local problems. Now, I’m not going to say I had any part in him doing this, because I probably didn’t, but it was nice to get a sense that the little guy got what he needed in the end.

Another thing I learned from my time here was how divided our great state is. When you’re downstate, you only get one side of the picture, the Democratic side. It turns out much of the state is red, very red (I also never realized how bad my accent was until I came up here but that’s a different story). The attitude of the legislators is very much “us vs. them.” The MTA debate in the legislature really opened my eyes to this. For one of my stories, I interviewed Assembly Minority Leader Brian M. Kolb, R-Canandaigua. He told me straight away his conference was not interested in things that in no way affected upstate residents; like the NYC subway system. Time and time again, it becomes more about “what’s good for me” as opposed to “what’s good for the state.”

This leads me to something else I observed while reporting for The Legislative Gazette. I used to think there was a gigantic difference between Democrat and Republican politicians. Looking at the New York state Legislature and how it works (or doesn’t work), I see they aren’t so different after all. Apart from a few core issues like abortion and gun control, they all seem to care about one thing, getting re-elected. Of course, that’s a generalization, but there seems to be a repeating cycle that occurs in Albany every year. It was always about the party in power squishing the rights of the party out of power and the party out of power complaining. Now, the Senate Democrats are increasing staff’s salaries and creating numerous ways to get the Democratic message out there, spending money that the state really doesn’t have. The Republicans are complaining. Last year, when Senate Democrats were in the minority, the Republicans were doing the same thing, increasing salaries and creating ways to get their message out there. The party even had its own print shop and TV studio at one time. Guess what? At that time the Democrats were complaining.

Working at The Legislative Gazette has, for better or worse, made me less of a Democrat and more of an Independent. As cheesy as it sounds, I think writing for The Legislative Gazette has made me a better American. Instead of blindly voting for a candidate because he or she has a “D” by their name, I’m now more likely to examine them closer and see what their views are before I cast my ballot.

Overall, writing for The Legislative Gazette was an outstanding experience and I would recommend it to anyone seeking a career in journalism. I’ve learned a lot and it will no doubt help me when I venture out into the “real world.” It definitely made me a better writer, journalist and citizen.
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(For more information, visit http://www.legislativegazette.com/internships.php, and then, if you’re interested, please contact Michael Arena, University Director of Communications and Marketing, CUNY, phone: (212) 794-5685, email: michael.arena@mail.cuny.edu.)

The Economist Group has partnered with The City University of New York to launch the first-ever internship program at The Economist (North America). The editorial internships will be open to highly qualified CUNY students who will be rewarded with an in-depth opportunity to learn about journalism and the business of magazine publishing, academic credit and an hourly salary. Internships will last six to eight weeks and require a 25 to 35 hour a week commitment.

REQUIREMENTS FOR EDITORIAL INTERNSHIPS

-Minimum Grade Point Average of 3.2
-Major in Journalism, English or related area.
-Writing Experience evidenced by three writing samples.
-Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and additional Internet and business software.
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
-Experience working effectively in teams and the ability to work independently.
-Multi-tasking abilities.

INTERNSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
-Writing articles and briefs.
-Article production in content management system.
-Idea generation for departments and features.
-General support of editorial desk.
-Reporting, research and other associated tasks.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
-Three writing samples (preferably published articles in college newspapers or other publications).
-Resume
-Letter of interest.
-Official copy of college transcript.

Ideal candidates will be able to offer critical and creative thinking skills. They will also possess a strong work ethic and be highly organized and responsible. Candidates will also have and maintain a professional image. Students with high enthusiasm for media and previous internship, college newspaper and office work experience are especially welcome.

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR SUMMER 2009
DEADLINE: All Application Materials Should be submitted by March 31, 2010

Please send all application materials to:
Attn: Sherley Jean-Pierre
City University of New York
535 East 80th St., 7th Floor
New York, NY 10075

If you have any questions please submit them via email to:

The Economist Group has partnered with The City University of New York to launch the first-ever internship program at The Economist (North America). Marketing internships will be open to highly qualified CUNY students who will be rewarded with an in-depth opportunity to learn about journalism and the business of magazine publishing; academic credit and an hourly salary. Internships will last six to eight weeks and require a 25 to 35 hour a week commitment.

REQUIREMENTS FOR MARKETING INTERNSHIPS
-Minimum Grade Point Average of 3.2
-Major in Marketing or related area.
-Writing samples.
-Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and additional Internet and business software.
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
-Experience working effectively in teams and the ability to work independently.
-Multi-tasking abilities.

INTERNSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
-Assisting Sales Account Managers with day to day services including client relations, research and meeting presentation.
-Development of client proposals and pitch materials, sell sheets and marketing materials.
-Monitoring competitive sets in print and online and track/distribute notes.
-Organize and maintain sales and marketing materials on a rolling basis.
-Event planning.
-Assemble media kits, presentations and sales tools.
-Participate in brainstorming sessions and sales meetings.
-Reporting, writing, research and other associated tasks.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
-Two writing samples.
-Resume
-Letter of interest.
-Official copy of college transcript.

Ideal candidates will be able to offer critical and creative thinking skills. They will also possess a strong work ethic and be highly organized and responsible. Candidates will also have and maintain a professional image. Students with high enthusiasm for marketing, previous internships, and office work experience are especially welcome.

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR SUMMER 2009

DEADLINE: Please Submit All Application Materials by March 31 2010

Please send all application materials to:
Attn: Sherley Jean-Pierre
The City University of New York
535 East 80th St., 7th Floor
New York, NY 10075

If you have any questions please submit them via email to:

If interested, send a cover letter detailing why you want the position, a resume, and samples of your best work to: Frank Burgos, Managing Editor, The Record, 150 River St., Hackensack, N.J. 07601.

The Record, with a circulation of about 163,000 daily and 193,000 Sunday, is family-owned and >located in North Jersey. It has won the “General Excellence Award” as New Jersey’s best large daily newspaper (for circulation more than 60,000) in 11 of the past 16 years, including four of the past five years. The newspaper is located within 30 minutes of Times Square in Manhattan and is a short drive from the shore and the mountains. Our company also owns the Herald News, a small daily, and about 60 weekly newspapers and magazines.

JOB TITLE: WRITER

RESPONSIBILITIES: Writing for fast paced, high story count, local live newscasts, including lead-ins, voice-overs and anchor tracks; copy editing and/or line producing experience a major plus.

REQUIREMENTS: Individual must have 3 years experience writing for a news show in a major market. Must be creative and work well under pressure. Must be a team player and be able to work flexible hours and days.

CONTACT: Roselyn Barranda
FOX 5/WNYW
Human Resources/WGA
205 East 67th Street
New York, NY 10065

E-mail: myjobs@foxtv.com

Thirteen and WLIW21’s Education Department is seeking volunteers to act as Production Assistants for the upcoming Celebration of Teaching & Learning conference in March 2009. What is the Celebration of Teaching & Learning? One prominent educator has dubbed it the “World’s Fair of Education.” We try to make it the place where the best thinkers and practitioners come together to play a role in shaping the future of schools.
Volunteer production assistants would work directly under William Michael Maher, Executive Producer for the Celebration, to help film all keynote speaker sessions. This year’s speakers include the cast of The Electric Company, Sir Kenneth Robinson, Google CEO Eric Schmidt, interviewed by Charlie Rose, Autistic writer and advocate Temple Grandin and actor Alan Alda.
Volunteers would be expected to work on Friday, March 6th and Saturday, March 7th beginning at 7:00am each day. Volunteer PA’s should possess knowledge of Theatre, Event, Film and/or Television production. Volunteers should be very familiar with the New York City area. Please include a list of relevant experience along with your submission.

For more information about the Celebration, please visit www.thirteencelebration.org.

Interested students may contact:

Daniel T. Allen
Friends of Thirteen, Inc.
450 West 33rd Street
New York, NY 10001
(212) 560-6691 (o)
(914) 391-0092 (c)
allend@Thirteen.org