Self-identity and Symbolic Consumption: Research on Symbol Construction of the Internet-based Original Program

WANG Shuliang,CHEN Chun

Chinese Journal of Journalism & Communication ›› 2016, Vol. 38 ›› Issue (10) : 42-53.

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Self-identity and Symbolic Consumption: Research on Symbol Construction of the Internet-based Original Program

  • Wang Shuliang is an associate professor at the School of Journalism and communication,Renmin University of China and also a Deputy Director of Modern advertising research center. Email: wangshuliang721@163.com. Chen Chun is a postgraduate student of the School of Journalism and Communication, Renmin University of China. Email:kennysshen@hotmail.com.
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Abstract

Original programs independently produced by some video sites have achieved great success. This paper attempts to account for the phenomenon through a case study. The study demonstrates that program symbols and self-identity are the connecting points between the program and symbol consumption. Furthermore, by textual analysis we intend to reveals innovations and special laws in the Internet-based original program, providing a helpful reference for the guidance of media convergence.

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Symbolic Consumption / self-identity / online show

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WANG Shuliang,CHEN Chun. Self-identity and Symbolic Consumption: Research on Symbol Construction of the Internet-based Original Program[J]. Chinese Journal of Journalism & Communication. 2016, 38(10): 42-53

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This paper is supported by the Research Funds of Renmin University of China(Project NO.:15XNL030).
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