Journal of Media and Communication
Vol. 2 No. 4 (2026): April - Juni

Peran Influencer sebagai Opinion Leader dalam Era Komunikasi Digital

Alfa Risqi Firmansyah (UIN Prof. K.H Saifuddin Zuhri Purwokerto)
Khofifah Skholihatun Ni’mah (UIN Prof. K.H Saifuddin Zuhri Purwokerto)
Virda Maulidina Riyanto (UIN Prof. K.H Saifuddin Zuhri Purwokerto)



Article Info

Publish Date
27 Jun 2026

Abstract

Zakat, this study aims to analyze the representation of opinion leaders in the digital era through a case study of Gerald Vincent’s educational communication strategy, particularly focusing on his communication style and language use in influencing audiences. This research employs the Two-Step Flow of Communication theory and Source Credibility theory to explain the role of influencers in the information dissemination process. The method used is qualitative, involving an analysis of social media content and audience responses. The findings indicate that the communication strategies applied include the use of simple language, structured delivery, and support from facts or data. A communicative and easily understandable language style makes the message more effectively received by the audience. In addition, consistency and clarity in delivering information enhance the influencer’s credibility. The implications of this study suggest that a simple and clear educational communication style can strengthen the role of influencers as opinion leaders in helping audiences understand information in the digital era

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Journal Info

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jmc

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Environmental Science Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Social Sciences

Description

Journal of Media and Communication - JMC ( E-ISSN : 3063-9581) published by Global Sciences Publishers is an international, peer-reviewed, and interdisciplinary journal devoted to the study of media and communication with Asian focuses and perspectives. We aim to promote and disseminate high-quality ...