Author Guidelines

  1. The editor receives articles in softcopy in Microsoft Word (doc/docx) format,  submitted via demandia : Jurnal Desain Komunikasi Visual, Manajemen Desain, dan Periklanan Open Journal System along with Plagiarism Check Result and Author Declaration Statement (in “Upload Additional Files” stage). The Author(s) should declare that: (a) The article is original, own work and plagiarism-free. (b) The article contents have never been published in any language and any media (printed/ electronic). If there is duplicate publishing, the author is willing to delete the article from this journal. (c) The article is not currently under consideration by another journal. (d) The Author(s) is willing to complete the editorial process until the decision is made by the editor, otherwise the Author(s) will be banned for one year by demandia : Jurnal Desain Komunikasi Visual, Manajemen Desain, dan Periklanan  
     
  2. A scan similarity result (e.g. iThenticate, Turnitin) is expected show less than 25%, otherwise the submission will be declined. 
      
  3. Author(s) is required to follow demandia : Jurnal Desain Komunikasi Visual, Manajemen Desain, dan Periklanan  journal guidelines. All the articles will be reviewed by demandia : Jurnal Desain Komunikasi Visual, Manajemen Desain, dan Periklanan reviewers. The editor is entitled to change some parts of contents (without changing the meaning). 
     
  4. The article content covers but not limited to visual communication design, advertising, and design management. The article can be written down in British English.  
     
  5. Article is written on even pages but not exceeding 20 (twenty) pages; including abstract, content, all tables and images, and references. The script is typed with Microsoft Word program, A4 paper size, Calibri with 12 point font, justify text, 1.5 space with 4 cm below and top margin, and 3 cm outside margin.  
     
  6. Abstract (in Bahasa and English) consists of 150- 200 words written in one paragraph with Calibri font 11 pt in single space, and one column format. Abstract in Bahasa version is typed in italic. It should clearly and concisely contains background and research question, purposes, research method, research findings in general and the benefits. Key words should reflect the content of academic writing, the numbers are 3 to 5 words and separated with comma.  
     
  7. Article is written in essay format (without any bullets or numbering); organized in several parts started with Introduction, Methods, Results and Discussion, Conclusion, and References. The template can be downloaded on https://bit.ly/templatedemandia2025   
     
    ﷟HYPERLINK "http://bit.do/demandia" 
  8. References (minimum 15 sources) are written alphabetically in American Psychological Association 7th edition style ( http://bit.do/apastyle7th ) and it is compulsory to use reference manager such as Mendeley/ EndNote. (APA 7th edition Quick Guide download here). The article is urged to cite the reference published in the last ten years (80%) from primary references consist of journals, proceedings/ papers, research reports, essays, thesis, dissertations (80%). 
     
  9. If the article submitted fails to meet one of the requirements above, then the article will be returned to the author for revision before proceeding to the peer-review process. 
     
  10. Please refer to editorial process on OJS (https://journals.telkomuniversity.ac.id/demandia/pp) regarding editorial phases and revision time to make the editorial process effective and efficient. 
     
  11. Please carefully read the Submission Requirements Checklist before proceeding to submit the article. 

 

LANGUAGE 

Starting from January 2025, we accept the manuscript language in British English. Make sure to proofread the manuscript writing before submission. 

 

FORMAT AND LENGTH 

We provide the author(s) with a Generic Template for the journal. Ensure the manuscript has been carefully prepared according to the following requirements.  

Manuscript in a single-column page format should be written in Ms. Word file; Other file formats (LaTex, PDF, etc.) are not acceptable. 

The main body of the manuscript should be strictly divided into four main sections, i.e., Introduction, Methods, Results and Discussion, and Conclusion. 

The article is written on even pages but not exceeding 20 (twenty) pages; including abstract, content, all tables and images, and references. 

STRUCTURE 

As a whole, the manuscript should contain these elements in the following order: 

  • Manuscript Title with a maximum of 15 words; 
  • Authorship: Full name of all authors (without title), Affiliation (Department, Institution, Address, City, Post Code, and Country), and Email and phone no. of the corresponding author; 
  • Abstract; 
  • Keywords (should be 3 – 5 words); 
  • Main body (Introduction, Methods, Results and Discussion, Conclusion); 
  • Acknowledgments; 
  • References; 
  • Appendices (as appropriate); 

 

AUTHORSHIP 

In alignment with our mission to strengthen the education and research network, demandia does not accept manuscripts from a single author, as we believe collaborative contributions are integral to advancing interdisciplinary knowledge and scholarly exchange. 

To enhance the diverse authorship of the journal, we strongly recommend that at least one author be an international scholar affiliated with an institution outside Indonesia. 

All contributing authors’ names should be added, and their names should be arranged in the correct order for publication. The authorship criteria are as follows: substantial contributions to the conception or design of the work; or the acquisition, analysis, or interpretation of data for the work; drafting the work or revising it critically for important intellectual content; final approval of the version to be published. 

 

Heading 

  1. Main headings, second-level sub-headings, and third-level sub-headings should be written with no numbering/ bullet format (not using A,B,C, 1,2,3, 2.1, 2.2, etc.).  
  2. The article is written in essay format (without any bullets or numbering)  
  3. The main headings strictly consist of INTRODUCTION, METHODS, RESULTS AND DISCUSSION, AND CONCLUSION; written in UPPERCASE, Bold, Calibri 12pt. 
  4. The second level heading is written in Capitalise Each Word, bold, Calibri 12pt. 
  5. The third-level Heading is written in Capitalise Each Word, italic, Calibri 12pt. 
  6. Please be effective in the use of paragraphs. One paragraph consists of 5-7 sentences, not only 1-2 sentences. Each beginning of the paragraph is indented 1 tab.  

 

ABSTRACT  

  1. Abstract is a single paragraph of 150-250 words; Calibri font 11pt, single spacing; 
  2. Abstract and keywords should be written in English and Bahasa. For abstrak & katakunci in Bahasa, type in italic; 
  3. Abstracts should clearly and concisely contain background and problem statements (2-3 sentences), objectives (1 sentence), methods (2-3 sentences), research findings in general (2-3 sentences), conclusion and implications (1-2 sentences); 
  4. Keywords should reflect the article's contents, the number 3 to 5 words, alphabetically, typed in lowercase, and separated by commas. Use specific words or phrases that describe the contents of the article. The keywords should be mentioned in the abstract. 

  

INTRODUCTION (UPPERCASE, Bold, Calibri 12pt) 

The introduction contains five points: 

  1. Phenomena by reference. Start the sub-section by explaining a broader domain or field under which the proposed research topic is situated and explain the importance of the domain in the context of the industrial systems.  
  2. Problems. Describe the context of the problem, followed by the specific problem or issue that the proposed research aims to address. This problem is often framed as a gap in existing knowledge, a challenge, or a real-world issue that requires a solution. 
  3. State of the arts/ literature Review. Synthesis (review and discuss) the findings, methods/approached, frameworks, and/or models used in prior research (refer to the most recent studies) that have informed or influenced the approach used in the proposed research. Review 2-3 previous research on similar topics), so that novelty/ Research Gaps of can be found and can be used as discussion material in the RESULTS AND DISCUSSION section. 
  4. Novelty/ Research Gaps: Identify the limitations, inconsistencies, or gaps in the existing literature that the proposed research intends to address. Explain how the proposed research is novel and interesting and emphasize its unique contributions. 
  5. Research Objectives: Outline the objectives of the proposed research. Significance of the Research: Clearly articulate why the proposed research matters, and how it will contribute to the industrial systems.   

Please note: 

  1. Refer to at least 15 primary references, prioritizing recent publications from international reputable journals and international conference proceedings, published mainly from the last 5 years. 
  2. Avoid over-explaining or detailing the basic theoretical foundations of a particular knowledge. 
  3. For research focused on a specific industrial case problem, avoid detailing the description of the case problem in the INTRODUCTION section. Instead, provide this explanation in the METHODS section or in the RESULTS AND DISCUSSION section, whichever is more appropriate. 

  

METHODS (UPPERCASE, Bold, 12pt) 

  1. Provide structured and sufficient details of methods/ approaches used in the proposed study and ensure replicability. Methods are written in Past Tense. 
  2. State the research design (e.g., qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods) and its relevance to the study objectives.  
  3. Define the scope of the study (e.g., specific population, location, or timeframe). 
  4. For research involving participants/ respondents, indicate participant/ respondent profiles, including demographic details and selection criteria. Specify the sampling method (e.g., random, purposive, etc), and include sample size and its rationale.  
  5. Detail the instruments used (e.g., surveys, interviews, observation), their research design, research protocols, and validation process. 
  6. For an Experimental Design, describe the experiment structure, variables (independent, dependent, control), and steps taken to ensure reliability and validity. 
  7. Outline how the data were analysed, specifying software, techniques, and frameworks used. For established analysis methods, cite sources and explain any modifications applied. 

 

RESULT AND DISCUSSION (UPPERCASE, Bold, 12pt) 

  1. Present and discuss the main findings in a single section without dividing THE RESULT AND DISCUSSION in different sub-sections. 
  2. Include measurable outcomes (e.g., test results) and focus on discussing their implications rather than merely presenting numbers. Do not include excessive raw data. Emphasize interpreting the main results rather than restating raw data shown in tables or figures.  
  3. Emphasize more on presenting and discussing the main result. Discuss how the findings are consistent or differ from similar studies. Discuss the relationship between the findings and existing theories or prior research by citing 2–3 relevant prior studies in the INTRODUCTION section. Compare the results with similar studies to highlight agreements, differences, and unique contributions that demonstrate the originality of your study.  
  4. For studies with hypotheses, explain how the results support or refute the hypotheses. provide a succinct discussion of the implications of the findings, especially in relation to previous studies. 

 

CONCLUSION (UPPERCASE, Bold, 12pt) 

  1. The CONCLUSIONS should answer the research objective(s). Restate the research objective(s) first, emphasizing how the study addressed the research objectives or questions. 
  2. Highlight the main findings, NOT the detailed numerical result. It should be concise and focused, answering the research objective(s). No citation in this section.  
  3. Elaborate on the impact of the research implications; including potential contributions to academic knowledge, industry practices, or societal understanding. 
  4. Acknowledge the study's limitations, such as methodological constraints, sample size, or scope, and discuss their potential impact on the results. 
  5. Offer specific, actionable suggestions for future studies based on the identified limitations, including areas where the proposed Creative Process Model can be refined, expanded, or applied.  

 

Table (Calibri, 10pt, single line spacing, Title case without ended with period)  

  1. Create a table in tabular format (table format); not as picture/ image format. 
  2. Provide a table name (caption) that is as short but descriptive as possible,  
  3. It should be written in the main text as “Table 1 describes…or ... as seen in Table 2”. Do not write “table above/ below/ as follow”. 
  4. Locate the table at the nearest possible place to the text when it is first mentioned in the manuscript. 
  5. Table style: no vertical lines, horizontal lines only on the table heading and the bottom).  
  6. Keep a table on the same page (not separate).  

Figure 

  1. It should be written in the main text as “Figure 1 illustrates … or .. as seen in Figure 2”. Do not write “figure above/ below/ as follow”. 
  2. Locate the Figure at the nearest possible place to the text when it is first mentioned in the manuscript. 
  3. Keep the Figure at the smallest possible size as long as all information it contains is of clear resolution and readable. 
  4. The font size in the figure should be proportional to the size of the figure and readable. 

   

Equation 

  1. Write equation using equation editor only, not as as plain text. Also, do not insert equation as an image format. 
  2. Insert the equation formula at the nearest possible place to the text when it is first mentioned in the manuscript. 
  3. It should be mentioned in the main text as “Equation (...)”. 
  4. The equation formula is written center-aligned with the equation number placed right-aligned as (...). 

 

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS (UPPERCASE, Bold, 12pt) 

  1. Those who contribute but do not meet all criteria for authorship should not be listed as authors, but should be acknowledged in this section, including key informants or participants.  
  2. The manuscript should include a statement of funding. The funding agency should be written out in full, followed by the grant number in square brackets, as in the following example: 
  • “The author(s) disclosed receipt of the following financial support for the research, authorship, and/or publication of this article: This work was supported by the YYYY Council [grant number: XXX].” 
  • In case where no specific funding has been provided for the research, the funding statement is written as follows: “The author(s) received no financial support for the research, authorship, and/or publication of this article.” 
  • Authors must explicitly acknowledge any Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools used during the research or writing process, including the specific prompts or instructions provided to the tool. 

 

REFERENCES (UPPERCASE, Bold, 12pt) 

  1. Author(s) should strictly follow the American Psychological Association 7th edition reference style. The style should be carefully checked for completeness, accuracy, and consistency. Please pay attention to the procedures for quoting the APA 7th edition style, especially punctuation (commas, periods, semicolons), the use of capital and italics, the writing of the surname followed by the initials of the first and middle names, and so on. A short guide to Mendeley and the American Psychological Association 7th edition tutorials is available on our website. 
  2. Make sure that any references cited in the article are in the bibliography and vice versa. The use of Mendeley as a tool in referencing is encouraged. 
  3. The total number of references should be at least 15 references. 
  4. Articles must cite primary references published within the last 10 years (at least 80% of the total number of references). Preferably citations from journals and proceedings (at least 80% citations from journals and proceedings; 20% citations from books).  
  5. Include the DOI (whichever applies).