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Jurnal Studi Komunikasi
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Jurnal Studi Komunikasi (Indonesian Journal of Communications Studies), one of the journals published by Faculty of Communications Science Dr. Soetomo University, was established in January 2017. Jurnal Studi Komunikasi a double blind peer-reviewed journal, explores critical and constructive inquiries into a wide range of fields of study on Communication Science that include culture, religion, media, gender, public policy, development, environment, disaster, and tourism, with emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches: Communication Studies. It addresses issues with multi-perspectives view. Each volume of the journal discusses a specific theme based on “Call for Papers”, through which scholars, from diverse disciplines, are invited to contribute. Jurnal Studi Komunikasi published on March, July, and November.
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A social network analysis of fan engagement in ‘Queen of Tears’ Tabitha Hemastuti; Roro Retno Wulan
Jurnal Studi Komunikasi Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25139/jsk.v10i1.10118

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The development of digital media has transformed how fans interact with and consume popular culture, particularly Korean dramas. Queen of Tears exemplifies an online marketing strategy that leverages the power of YouTube as a social network platform. Fans are not merely passive consumers; they also actively participate in activities that support the drama. The purpose of this study is to analyse the fan communication networks surrounding the Korean drama Queen of Tears on the Netflix K-Content YouTube channel, specifically the video ‘Queen of Tears Cast Reveals Secrets to Each Other | Office Hours | Netflix’. This research employed the Social Network Analysis (SNA) using Gephi 9.0 to process comment data. The results revealed two types of communication network patterns: wheel communication patterns and chain communication patterns. The main actor within the network is @fourleafclover-ww1mm, who demonstrates significant influence in conversations on the Netflix K-Content YouTube channel, as indicated by centrality indicator values. These findings highlight the potential effectiveness of YouTube as a platform for fostering fan engagement and promoting Korean dramas. Theoretically, this study contributes to the development of social network analysis in fandom and digital media research. In practice, it provides insights into how fan interactions can be optimised for content promotion strategies in the entertainment industry.
Commodifying piety and styling masculinity in "Kahf’s Jalan yang Kupilih" campaign KUSUMANINGTYAS, SHELA
Jurnal Studi Komunikasi Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25139/jsk.v10i1.10486

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This study investigates the commercialisation of religion and masculinity in the Indonesian men's grooming campaign Kahf: Jalan yang Kupilih. The statement considers two key issues: (1) the Islamic symbols utilised in advertisements and their purpose in branding, and (2) the model of Muslim masculinity constructed through those symbols. The analysis relies on Roland Barthes' semiotics to interpret denotation, connotation, and myth as naturalised ideology, and it utilises Theodor Adorno's critique of the culture industry to understand standardisation and market forces driving representation. The study employs a qualitative semiotic analysis of eight video commercials on Kahf's official YouTube channel, which involves coding visual elements such as setting, gesture, and costume, and auditory elements including voice-over, dialogue, and music, and triangulates this with existing literature on Islamic advertising. Research suggests that ritual symbols such as ablution, prayer stances, Qur'anic/hadith verses, and Middle Eastern architectural settings are reinterpreted as markers of personal style that link devotion to consumer goods and company values. The campaign promotes a uniform masculine ideal characterised by cleanliness, composure, discipline, a global outlook, and a focus on family, while limiting the scope of acceptable religious and gender identities. Scenes of ablution, facial cleansing, and prayer among Qatar's iconic landmarks, and hadith panels in modern public areas, juxtapose spiritual purity with consumer preference and portray faith as a desirable lifestyle. This study enhances advertising semiotics by describing the way Islamic symbolism is utilised in narratives about men's grooming, and it also clarifies the empirical connections between visual representations of piety and branded masculinity.
Women’s participatory communication in mangrove ecotourism for climate mitigation Miftahul Huda; Ahmad, Maghfur; Muniroh, Siti Mumun; Anggraeni, Dewi; Suharto, Slamet; Arumaisha, Alfa Mulia; Wahab, Abdul
Jurnal Studi Komunikasi Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25139/jsk.v10i1.10563

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As a result of climate change, the Mulyorejo Village in Pekalongan is a coastal area that is frequently affected by tidal flooding (rob). In response, the community has initiated mangrove-based ecotourism initiatives to protect the environment and strengthen socio-ecological resilience. This study explores the role of women's participatory communication in driving these initiatives, examining how dialogic communication and community deliberation shape everyday ecological practices. A qualitative case study approach was employed to collect data through participatory observation, interviews with women’s group leaders, ecotourism managers and community elders, and field documentation. The findings reveal that women play a central role in environmental education, ecotourism management and local policy advocacy. Key community innovations include the Mangrove School, which turns local knowledge into ecological action; the Kliwonan Market, which supports outreach and sales of mangrove-based products; and programmes such as aquaculture and the Waste Bank, which strengthen food security and recycle waste into mangrove fertiliser. These initiatives demonstrate how participatory communication can drive ecological democracy and inclusive sustainability through women’s leadership and intergenerational collaboration.
Voice of the voiceless: examining Bandungbergerak as local alternative media in Bandung Aliifa, Dzikrifa; Damayani, Ninis Agustini; Rizal, Edwin; Maryani, Eni
Jurnal Studi Komunikasi Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25139/jsk.v10i1.10620

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The dominance of mainstream media often sidelines the voices of marginalised groups, prompting the emergence of alternative media as a form of symbolic resistance. Bandungbergerak, a local alternative media outlet, consistently highlights progressive issues and amplifies the interests of vulnerable communities in Bandung. This study examined how Bandungbergerak represents minority groups in Bandung, how it curates and publishes related issues, and how it navigates the challenges of sustaining an alternative discursive space. The research employed a qualitative approach through in-depth interviews. The findings reveal that Bandungbergerak consistently provides a platform for marginalised voices, adopting humanistic and participatory journalistic practices. Issue selection is based on public urgency and is carried out in collaboration with local communities. Despite its contributions, the media faces structural challenges, including limited resources, social backlash and digital threats. This study emphasised that supporting a diversity of voices in alternative local media is not just about promoting inclusivity, but also about democratising media ecosystems at the local level.
Media portrayals of female terrorists: a narrative review using ambivalent sexism theory Şimşek, Yağmur
Jurnal Studi Komunikasi Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25139/jsk.v10i1.10715

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The literature suggests that female terrorists are portrayed through personal and emotional narratives rather than ideological motivations, which obscures perpetrator agency. This study examined these representations through the lens of Ambivalent Sexism Theory (AST) and offers one of the first attempts to systematically link representations of female terrorists to the benevolent/hostile components of AST. The approach was a narrative review. The scope covered Turkish- and English-language literature published between 2000 and 2024 that were searched on Google Scholar and Web of Science; peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and theses were considered. Inclusion criteria primarily covered studies on media representations of female terrorists. Additionally, complementary research on women’s motivations was used to support or challenge media-derived themes. Themes were deductively derived from prior research, and matching with AST was conducted at an interpretive level. The results reveal five recurring frames: (1) Personal Revenge, Family Ties, and “For the Sake of Love,” (2) Boredom, Naivety, and Irrationality, (3) Physical Appearance and Hypersexuality, (4) Insufficient Femininity and Sexuality, and (5) Feminism and the Desire to Deviate from Gender Roles. Benevolent sexism is evident across all themes; hostile sexism is particularly salient in frames (3)– (5). Some studies support these representations as stereotype-driven; others offer alternative explanations. Generally, these frames personalise and depoliticise women’s agency, obscuring ideological motivations. The implications are to recommend prioritising perpetrators’ own words and organisational context, avoiding stereotypical labels, and developing AST-aligned analyses. The originality of this study lies in bridging ambivalent sexism theory with media portrayals of women’s political violence, providing an explicit HS/BS mapping of media frames.
Critical discourse analysis of ‘Peringatan Darurat Garuda Biru’ in digital political communications Putra, Dedi Kurnia Syah; Harliantara; Damayanti, Alina Maritsa; Li, Hao
Jurnal Studi Komunikasi Vol. 9 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25139/jsk.v9i3.10809

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The development of digital technology has changed the landscape of political communication, especially through social media, which has now become the main arena for narrative battles and political meaning production. This study analyses the cyber politics strategy in the ‘Garuda Biru Emergency Warning’ content uploaded by the Instagram account @narasi.tv, as a form of symbolic criticism of the democratic situation in Indonesia. Using a qualitative approach with a critical paradigm, this study applies Teun A. van Dijk's Critical Discourse Analysis combined with classical propaganda theory and digital political communication theory. Data was obtained through the documentation of visual and textual content. This study seeks to answer three main questions: (1) How are political propaganda strategies constructed in the “Peringatan Darurat Garuda Biru” content through visual symbols, diction, and narrative? (2) How does this content shape public opinion and position the media as an actor resisting elite domination? (3) To what extent does social media enable a shift in the production of political discourse from the state to independent media and digital influencers? The results of the study indicate that digital propaganda in this content is constructed through a combination of visual symbols (blue Garuda), authoritative diction (emergency warning), and aesthetic narratives that evoke public emotion. This strategy shapes opinion through affective resonance and demonstrates a shift in symbolic power from the state to independent media and digital actors. This research confirms that social media is not merely a communication tool, but also an arena for ideological contestation and discourse production in contemporary democracy
The Digital communication network transformation: Scopus-based analysis of technological progress and future challenges Indriyani, Nurul Aeni; latupeirissa, jonathan jacob paul
Jurnal Studi Komunikasi Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25139/jsk.v10i1.10826

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The profound and ongoing transformation of digital communication networks is driven by advancements from foundational internet infrastructure like ARPANET to modern interactive platforms and sophisticated AI. This transformation has fundamentally reshaped societal structures and human interaction. It compels a critical reconsideration of established norms. While extensive research exists on individual aspects of this shift, a comprehensive and systematic analysis that synthesises its multifaceted impact on social structures, individual experiences, and emergent challenges remains crucial. Therefore, this Scopus-based systematic literature review aims to identify and categorise key technological advancements and their evolution. It thoroughly analyses the societal, political, and ethical challenges and risks arising from this transformation and synthesises its impact on social structures and individual experiences. The qualitative research design employed PRISMA guidelines, refined through abstract and full-text screening, which yielded 46 articles for in-depth analysis. Key findings indicate a dynamic interplay where technological progress, including advanced AI integration, generates digital anomie, algorithmic manipulation, and regulatory gaps. These factors fundamentally alter communication culture and require a re-evaluation of truth criteria and social stratification. In conclusion, the move towards hybrid, AI-driven communication systems presents complex dilemmas. Future research should focus on developing robust regulatory frameworks for AI, enhancing media literacy against algorithmic influence, and exploring interdisciplinary approaches to mitigate societal fragmentation and ethical challenges.
Arisan as a platform for social-identity and consumerism in the postmodern era Silviana Purwanti; Muhammad, Harry Isra
Jurnal Studi Komunikasi Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25139/jsk.v10i1.10966

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This study examined the transformation of arisan, a traditional rotating savings and social gathering practice, into a platform for social identity construction and symbolic consumption among women in Samarinda, East Kalimantan. As a secondary city shaped by rapid urbanisation and a mining-driven economic boom, Samarinda presents a distinctive socio-demographic context where global consumer culture intersects with local communal traditions. Drawing on Thorstein Veblen’s theory of conspicuous consumption and Pierre Bourdieu’s concepts of symbolic capital and habitus, this study conceptualises arisan as a communicative arena in which social status, identity, and distinction are actively negotiated. Employing a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected through semi-structured in-depth interviews, participant observation during Arisan activities, and analysis of social media content. The study involved 16 women aged 30–50 from two elite arisan groups, Ganbatte and Pretty Woman. The findings revealed a shift in arisan from a financial mutual-aid mechanism toward a performative social space characterised by exclusive membership, symbolic consumption, and digitally mediated visibility. While Ganbatte emphasised professional networking and subtle prestige, Pretty Woman foregrounds conspicuous consumption and leisure-based status display. Arisan facilitates ‘modern independence’ primarily through expanded social networks, symbolic mobility, and the freedom to publicly perform identity beyond domestic roles.
Media framing of Philip Mehrtens: a critical extension of Entman’s model Abdurrahman, Muhammad Sufyan; Paulandhika , Michelle Gabriella Virgiallo
Jurnal Studi Komunikasi Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25139/jsk.v10i1.11061

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The release of Susi Air pilot Philip Mehrtens in September 2024 offers journalism academics an opportunity to reevaluate Robert Entman’s (1993) framing model and their relevance to prolonged conflict reportage. This study examined whether media framing continues to function as an adequate analytical tool for understanding coverage of long-standing conflict zones, which is shaped by political rivalry and deep social division. Using a qualitative framing approach, the authors analysed six online news articles published by national media outlets (Detik.com, Kompas.com, and Republika.co.id) and by local Papuan media (Jubi.id, SuaraPapua.com, and TribunPapua.com). The analysis draws on Entman’s four framing functions: defining problems, diagnosing causes, making moral judgements, and treatment recommendations, to compare how national and local media constructed meaning around the same event. The findings show that while Entman’s framing functions consistently organise news narratives and enable systematic comparison, the model is not analytically adequate when used in isolation. Marked differences in framing orientation reveal the decisive influence of ownership structures, ideological positioning, emotional cues, and historical memory. National media prioritised procedural diplomacy, official chronology, and state authority, whereas local media foregrounded indigenous agency, community leadership, and structural injustice. To address these limitations, this study extends three analytical extensions: institutional constraint, emotional and symbolic framing, and cultural and contextual anchoring. Together, these extensions contribute to strengthening the explanatory capacity of framing analysis in long-standing conflict settings.
Conflict management in Indonesian football: insights from RMIFA Bandung Club Irsan Mubarak Ismail, Muhammad; Hidayat, Dasrun; Taufik, Reza Rizkina
Jurnal Studi Komunikasi Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25139/jsk.v10i1.11073

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Conflicts within football teams often arise due to performance pressure, unbalanced expectations, and communication gaps between players. This study explores how these conflicts are understood and managed in the context of Indonesian national football, utilising the perspectives of professionals at clubs based in Bandung. Based on Conflict Management Theory and Organisational Communication Theory, this study focused on three main questions: how practitioners interpret tensions between local and foreign players, how they assess the fairness and clarity of PSSI player selection practices, and which approaches they believe are most effective for strengthening team cohesion and public trust. Data were collected and obtained through semi-structured interviews with coaches, former national players, and senior football figures, using a qualitative descriptive design. The research findings highlight that consistent communication, transparent evaluation criteria, and performance-based data integration are essential to prevent conflict escalation. Clear information flow and systematic use of metrics support perceptions of fairness, while structured mediation helps restore harmony when disputes arise. This study makes a theoretical contribution by demonstrating how transparency and evidence-based decision-making strengthen organisational legitimacy and help stabilise group dynamics in professional sports teams.