Journal Navigator
Journal Navigator
A curated guide to journals in communication, media, journalism, and adjacent fields
I began building this guide in graduate school as a practical way to navigate scholarly publishing. It has since grown into a curated directory for graduate students, early-career researchers, and colleagues looking for journals across communication and related fields. Rather than ranking journals, the navigator is designed to help researchers identify plausible venues by research area, scope, and fit.
Last reviewed: September 2026. Journal policies, editorial scope, open-access options, indexing, fees, and submission requirements can change. Always verify current information on the journal's official website before submitting.
Search by journal, publisher, topic, or keyword, or filter by broad research area. The directory intentionally avoids hard-coded impact factors and other fast-changing metrics so it can remain useful over time.