Book excerpt: This is an open access book. The 1st International Conference On Research in Communication and Media (ICORCOM)is an international conference organized by Institute of Research and Community Services (LPPM), University of Muhammadiyah Jakarta, to discuss the most recent scientific studies in the field of communication and media in Indonesia and around the world. The theme raised in ICORCOM is Today's Global Transformation in Communication and Media Studies. It is known that the science of communication and media is very dynamic and always develops according to the times and existing technology. So it is hoped that through this ICORCOM it can contribute to updating information and studies related to communication and media studies. With the theme Today's Global Transformation in Communication and Media Studies, we encourage scholars to answer key questions related to developments taking place in communication fields such as public relations, advertising, broadcasting, and many others. ICORCOM will be a forum that actively engages students in conference as well as other scientific competitions. The findings and recommendations made at this international forum will have a significant impact on the advancement of science and practice in related industries. As a result, the beneficiaries of this forum are not only important for academics and students, but also for other stakeholders such as government, practitioners, policymakers, and others.