Storytelling in the Digital Age Crafting a Compelling Brand Narrative employing AI
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https://doi.org/10.55938/wlp.v1i4.147Keywords:
Branding, Digital Storytelling, , Narrative, Branding Ecosystem, Crafted Narratives, Content BrandingAbstract
The branding business experienced substantial transformations between the 1960s and 1970s. Previously, marketers communicated information using certain primary channels with limited feedback loops. However, beginning the 1990s, marketers have faced a challenge of digital platforms, including the internet and social media, which have fundamentally changed branding communications and brand-consumer relationships. This research study investigates the transformational significance of narrative in modern branding, concentrating on its processes that can enhance brand perception and loyalty. It explores the elements that make brand narratives captivating, as well as their impact on customer behavior, and offers marketers with insights on how to effectively integrate storytelling into their strategy. The research investigates the effects of storytelling on consumer-brand interactions in content branding. It employs a literature study, empirical data collecting, and analysis to demonstrate how storytelling stimulates customers and strengthens brand loyalty. The findings underscore the necessity of creating compelling stories that communicate with customers' sentiments, standards, and targets, demonstrating the power of storytelling in content branding. The study explores the implementation of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR) in storytelling, with a focus on how these technologies could enhance customer experiences. It utilizes expert reviews and a consumer survey to comprehend the significance of customer context and participation in creating successful experiences. The study concludes that effective immersive digital branding necessitates structured audience targeting and consistent performance.
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