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A call for authentic narrative in branded entertainment: A measurement instrument

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  • Van Loggerenberg, Marthinus

    (Associate Professor of Advertising, University of San Francisco, USA)

  • Chen, Zifei Fay

    (Associate Professor of Public Relations, University of San Francisco, USA)

  • Enslin, Carla

    (Director of the Postgraduate and Research Centre, Independent Institute of Education, South Africa)

  • Terblanche-Smit, Marlize

    (Professor of Marketing, Stellenbosch Business School, South Africa)

Abstract

This paper proposes a measurement instrument to construct an authentic narrative in branded entertainment, harnessing potential to achieve brand resonance. Brand resonance assists in building brands strategically. Previous qualitative research has revealed that an authentic narrative in branded entertainment has three key dimensions: alignment with the brand’s identity, sincerity in entertainment intent and emotional meaning. The proposed measurement instrument is empirically tested and refined in two survey studies conducted with US consumers. Study 1 (n = 509) tests the dimensionality of the measurement scale. Study 2 (n = 617) confirms the dimensionality and further refines the measurement into a 13-item scale. Results also confirm that an authentic narrative in branded entertainment positively influences brand attitudes. This instrument offers immediate utility for industry practitioners seeking to enhance the effectiveness of their branded entertainment strategies.

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  • Van Loggerenberg, Marthinus & Chen, Zifei Fay & Enslin, Carla & Terblanche-Smit, Marlize, 2024. "A call for authentic narrative in branded entertainment: A measurement instrument," Journal of Brand Strategy, Henry Stewart Publications, vol. 13(4), pages 356-379, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:aza:jbs000:y:2024:v:13:i:4:p:356-379
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    Keywords

    branded entertainment; authentic narrative; branded entertainment narrative; branded entertainment planning; measurement instrument; brand resonance;
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    JEL classification:

    • M3 - Business Administration and Business Economics; Marketing; Accounting; Personnel Economics - - Marketing and Advertising

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