CASE STUDIES

How Verizon and J Balvin Used Community to Revolutionize Fan Engagement During Super Bowl LVIII

2
Channels (SMS & WhatsApp)
10
Unique Interactions Per Member
2.2M
Spanish Speaking Viewers on Univision

Overview

For Super Bowl LVIII, Verizon partnered with Colombian music superstar J Balvin and Community on an interactive campaign that delivered an innovative fan engagement experience. During Univision's historic Spanish-language broadcast of the game, J Balvin "leaked" his phone number in a Verizon ad, inviting fans to connect with him directly. Leveraging Community's platform, Verizon deployed a custom chatbot to power a dynamic second-screen experience. Fans who reached out via SMS or WhatsApp received real-time, authentic responses crafted by a well-trained Al that reflected J Balvin's voice and personality.

Case Studies

How Verizon and J Balvin Used Community to Revolutionize Fan Engagement During Super Bowl LVIII

2
Channels (SMS & WhatsApp)
10
Unique Interactions Per Member
2.2M
Spanish Speaking Viewers on Univision
2
Channels (SMS & WhatsApp)
10
Unique Interactions Per Member
2.2M
Spanish Speaking Viewers on Univision

Overview

For Super Bowl LVIII, Verizon partnered with Colombian music superstar J Balvin and Community on an interactive campaign that delivered an innovative fan engagement experience. During Univision's historic Spanish-language broadcast of the game, J Balvin "leaked" his phone number in a Verizon ad, inviting fans to connect with him directly. Leveraging Community's platform, Verizon deployed a custom chatbot to power a dynamic second-screen experience. Fans who reached out via SMS or WhatsApp received real-time, authentic responses crafted by a well-trained Al that reflected J Balvin's voice and personality.

Key Factors

Multichannel Flexibility

The activation supported messaging across multiple platforms, including SMS and WhatsApp.

Seamless Fan Engagement

Fans received authentic, real-time responses from J Balvin that deepened their connection with him and grew engagement around the Super Bowl.

Bilingual Accessibility

Messaging in both English and Spanish broadened the campaign's reach and inclusivity, celebrating Latino culture, uniting communities and fostering meaningful connections.

Conclusion

Verizon's CLIO award winning partnership with J Balvin and Community raised the bar for driving fan engagement at scale, blending cultural celebration with the power of SMS. By leveraging Community's platform and showcasing its network reliability and ability to manage a surge in traffic during peak moments, Verizon created a memorable, inclusive experience for millions of fans.

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