Branding and image as the basis of successful promotion of cafés in lviv wihin the instagram social network

Abstract

The purpose of the article is to analyze the methods, techniques, branding, and image strategies practiced by cafés in Lviv in the social network of Instagram in the context of SSM activities; determine the specifics of image tools in terms of communicative interaction with the target audience; identify the criteria for successful positioning in the social network Instagram for food establishments. Methodology. The analytical method, methods of description, comparison, and generalization were used to perform the research. Scientific novelty. The image characteristics of popular food establishments are investigated; the criteria of image positioning of cafés in Lviv are determined; the features of image and communication tools that are actively practiced interacting with the target audience are analyzed. Conclusions. Today, image and brand have become important criteria of trust in companies, giving them the opportunity to be one step ahead of competitors. The key goal of the image is to get a positive attitude of consumers to the company/brand. Important criteria for successful positioning in the social network of Instagram for food establishments are visual design, emotional characteristics, the well-chosen context of information content. In the image activity of the researched cafés in Lviv, in the Instagram network: techniques of creating a bright image (naming, branding) are practiced; techniques of forming a positive attitude; techniques to enhance the image and enhance the influence of the image.

Key words: image, brand, image-building, corporate identity, positioning, social network, target audience, communication, communicative processes.