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Unemployed Writers Best Prepare Their Disguises

When I think "Underground Entertainment Writer", I generally imagine A.O. Scott caged in some kind of subterrean shelter. But that's not quite what this exciting opportunity recently found on Craigslist suggests. The folks sending out this employment pdf desire something far different, imploring the applicant to choose a disguise. Click to begin your journey to a place deep within...somewhere.

The original ad from Chicago Craigslist asks the prospective applicant, "Apart of the Underground Scene?" One e-mail later, blogger Tyler Coates received this largely incoherent application:

The New York Times uses a similar form for its stringers, right? Download the full pdf here.

And You Said You Wanted A Magazine Assignment? [Tyler Coates]

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