Frequently Asked Questions
This is where we hope to answer any frequently asked questions, whether it be about the print version of The Western Onion or the website itself.
If you've got any questions, feel free to send us an email at theonion@two.org.au
Print FAQ
Q: What file size and specifications are required for an image to be printed in The Western Onion?
A: You'll want to make sure that your image is at least 300dpi (dots per inch), although anywhere up to 600dpi is acceptable. For more information on what DPI means click here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dots_per_inch
Obviously the larger the original file we get, the larger we can print it. But keep pixelation in mind: if you try to make your image too big it'll become distorted. And if we receive a distorted image we either won't be able to use it, or its size will have to be reduced to combat the distortion.
Q: What file types are accepted for advertising, cartoons, photographs, articles and letters?
A: Advertising, cartoons, photographs and other images can be accepted in .pdf, .jpeg, .gif and any file format that can be used in Indesign. We prefer .pdf for advertising.
Keep in mind that file types affect image quality and resolution. If your image was created in Adobe Photoshop, check the print size and compare it to the resolution required as per the previous FAQ.
Text based submissions (such as letters and articles) can be accepted in .txt, .rtf and .doc format for MS Word. Please attach images that belong to the article / submission as a separate file.
Q: I am looking to advertise in the print version of The Western Onion. What are the advertising rates, publishing dates and options?
A: For advertising rates and types please visit: http://www.two.org.au/node/17
For publishing dates and advertising booking & artwork deadlines, please contact e.anderson@uwssa.org.au
Q: I want to put in an article in The Western Onion. Will you publish it for me in your next issue?
A: Our first priority is to give a voice to the students of UWS, so these articles are given priority. Our second priority is to disseminate information that is of benefit to the UWS student community, these articles are likewise given second priority.
That said, we are open to debate and discussion. Letters to the Editor are open to everyone.
Our word limit is around 700 words per article, and 250 words per letter.
If you want an article or letter published in the The Western Onion please submit it by the content deadline for the issue you wish to have it published in.
Q: I have a Press Release and I want to have it published in the next issue. What do I do?
A: It's no secret that press releases are usually a way to skate around paying for advertising. There's no harm in that, presuming that the information is actually going to be of benefit to our readership in some way.
The problem is that even though we are a community-focused newspaper, we genuinely need revenue. Support through advertising is appreciated.
Our policy is that if you or your organisation seeks to make revenue through the press release, i.e. it is marketing a business, or selling something, you need to pay for advertising.
If you're not sure, send through your press release to e.anderson@uwssa.org.au and see what happens. If we think it belongs to advertising, we'll tell you. If not, we might publish it; howeverit may be edited to reflect space and presentation requirements.
Website FAQ
Q: What exactly is the website for? Why should I check it regularly?
A: First and foremost, the website acts as an online archive of current and past issues that have gone to print. This means that you'll always be able to get a copy of TWO, even if you can't physically grab a copy on-campus.
However, the website's also a lot more interactive than that. If you sign up for an account you can have a blog and read other peoples' blogs; you can post photos to the image galleries; and, most importantly, you'll be able to submit content to the website that may have missed the content deadline for a given issue. This means that, if used correctly, the website will basically act as a more up-to-date version of the print version of TWO.
Q: Who can submit content to the website?
A: Anyone with a member account can submit content. In this respect the website is a bit more lenient than the print version of TWO. However if it is decided by the website administration that submitted content is more of an advertisement than genuine content, the same restrictions will apply as outlined in the Press Release question above.
Q: How do I submit content to the website?
If you've got some time-sensitive news (a rally/protest date, etc.) and know that submitting the information to the print version of TWO won't get the information to people in time, then simply click on Create content in the top left menu, click on Blog entry or Story, put in your information and submit it. Then you can either wait for the site admin (David) to see it and promote it to the front page, or you can send an email to d.lenton@uwssa.org.au and let him know that you've submitted something that needs to be promoted.
Q: What restrictions are there on content submitted to the website or put in user blogs?
A: Basically, use your common sense. If it's illegal or inappropriate then be aware that it may be removed. This applies to internal content or links to external websites.
Also be aware that the publication team takes no responsibility for illegal content submitted to or linked from users' blogs.
