Daniel Susilo

I am currently an Associate Professor at Universitas Bunda Mulia, teaching various communication courses and conducting research projects.

I have a PhD in communication and media studies from Universitas Airlangga and multiple publications on international and national platforms.

My expertise covers human communication theory, digital marketing communication, CSR and corporate sustainability management, and communication and global brand.

I am also the former Head of Research (LPPM) at Universitas Multimedia Nusantara (2023), where I developed and managed the research activities and programs within the university, supervised and coordinated the community outreach and innovation projects, and assisted the dean of the faculty in creating a conducive research-based work environment and publishing quality research results and faculty journals. Some skills I applied and enhanced in this role include editorial, marketing communications, and creative writing.

I also an experienced Visiting Researcher with a demonstrated history of working in diverse academic environments. I have had the privilege of serving in several esteemed institutions, a brief summary of which follows.

Between September 2022 and January 2023, I was affiliated with the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Netherlands. In my capacity as a Visiting Research Fellow at the CLUE+ Faculty of Humanities, I utilised my skills in stakeholder engagement, contributing towards the advancement of the faculty's research objectives.

Previously, from September 2019 to January 2020, I was appointed as a Visiting Researcher at Waseda University, Japan. My research project during this tenure focused on Media, Religion, and Women in Southeast Asia, with a particular emphasis on Indonesia and the Philippines.

My research endeavours are centred around capturing the voices of stakeholders in various cultural and social contexts, analysing these perspectives, and delivering insightful conclusions. My diverse research experiences have equipped me with a profound understanding of multifaceted issues, enabling me to propose innovative research directions.

Let’s Collaborate!

I welcome partnerships with academia, policymakers, and industry leaders seeking insights into:

- Social media’s impact on democracy and economic systems.

- Youth-driven digital movements and platform accountability.

- Strategic communication for sustainable development goals (SDGs).

Open to advisory roles, media commentary, and cross-sector research opportunities