Ensure you have read and agreed to the terms and conditions before submitting your article's draft.
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What is a 48 Today Contributor?
48 Today Contributor is an open program for the public to submit original written works. Selected pieces will be published on the 48 Today website (and may be promoted through the Folks Ngidol).
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Accepted formats
Opinion / Analysis
Review (show, setlist, single, event, etc.)
Feature / Narrative article
Fan activity coverage or reflection
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Preferred topics
Articles related to JKT48 and it's fandom (members, theater, singles, elections, graduations, fans-member interaction, etc.). Other topics may still be considered if they are relevant and of high quality.
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Language style
Writers may use formal language, or casual / conversational style. The writing must be clear, easy to understand, and free from hate speech (triggered a "TUBIR"), discrimination, or any content that harms any party.
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Article length
Recommended length is 300 – 500 words. Longer articles are allowed, but the editorial team reserves the right to edit them for better readability.
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Submission requirements
Each submission must include:
a. Full name / pen name
b. Active email address
c. WhatsApp number
d. Article title
e.Full written article
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Supporting photos / images
Not required at the time of submission. However, you may still upload them according to the instructions provided in the article submission form. If the article is selected, the editorial team will contact the writer to
discuss photos or illustrations.
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References / Sources
References or sources especially for images and photos can be embedded directly in the form of a URL/link inside parentheses after the sentence or phrase that requires citation.
Example:
According to the official
JKT48 website (https://jkt48.com/...), the original setlist will have its shonichi this month.
Based on data from the member’s central fanbase (https://fanbase.url/...), the member has performed in 100 JKT48 Theater
shows.
Notes:
Prioritize credible sources and ensure their use complies with fair use principles. Preferred sources include official JKT48 materials that are publicly available, official member accounts, and
other trusted data.
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Selection process
The 48 Today editorial team will respond within a maximum of 3 days after receiving the article draft. If there is no response received within 3 days, the writer is free to submit the article to other media.
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Editing process
Selected articles will go through an editing process. The writer will be contacted via email or WhatsApp for coordination and approval of the final version.
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Copyright & Publication Rights
The copyright of the article remains fully with the writer. By submitting the article draft, the writer grants 48 Today a non-exclusive publication right to publish, reasonably edit, and promote the article. The writer may
republish the same article on other platforms 7 days after it has been published on 48 Today.
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Originality & Plagiarism
All submissions must be original. Plagiarism, self-plagiarism, or excessive use of generative AI without sufficient human editing is prohibited. Proven violations will result in the removal of the article and a possible ban
on future submissions.
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Article removal
48 Today reserves the right to remove published articles if:
They are proven to be plagiarized
They contain illegal content, defamation, or legal violations
Upon the writer’s request (subject to editorial
consideration)
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Compensation
The 48 Today Contributor program is currently unpaid (voluntary). No honorarium or royalties will be provided.
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Changes to the terms
48 Today reserves the right to amend these Terms & Conditions at any time. Changes will be announced on the website.
