
Workplace Violence Study:
Research Results Video
Written, LLC partnered with the Defense Personnel and Security Research Center (PERSEREC) as a subcontractor to Peraton to transform complex research findings into an accessible video.
Overview
PERSEREC conducted a study examining how anonymity factors influence workplace violent incidents among Army soldiers—research with significant implications for military personnel management and security protocols.
The Challenge
The study involved sophisticated statistical analyses and nuanced findings that needed to be communicated effectively to diverse stakeholders, including military leadership, policymakers, and security professionals. The challenge was translating dense academic research into clear, actionable insights without losing scientific rigor or important contextual details.
Approach
Analysis
Written employed a systematic process to ensure accurate and compelling communication of the research:
Content Analysis & Translation: Collaborated closely with PERSEREC researchers to thoroughly understand study methodology, statistical findings, and implications
Audience Assessment: Identified key stakeholder groups and their specific information needs and preferred communication styles
Message Architecture: Distilled complex statistical relationships into core findings and practical takeaways
Scientific Accuracy Review: Ensured all simplified content maintained research integrity and accurately represented study conclusions
Video Development
Our team created a comprehensive video solution that made the research accessible and actionable:
Narrative Development: Crafted a compelling storyline that logically presented study background, methodology, findings, and implications
Visual Communication Strategy: Designed custom graphics, charts, and infographics to illustrate statistical concepts and research outcomes
Script Writing: Developed clear, engaging narration that balanced scientific accuracy with accessibility
Production Coordination: Managed the integration of visual elements, data visualizations, and narrative flow to create a cohesive final product
Results
The resulting video included:
Clear explanation of research objectives and methodology
Visual representation of key statistical findings and their significance
Practical implications for Army leadership and security personnel
Actionable recommendations based on study outcomes
Professional graphics and data visualizations that enhanced comprehension
This video enabled PERSEREC to effectively disseminate critical research findings to military stakeholders, facilitating evidence-based decision-making around workplace violence prevention and anonymity policies. The accessible format ensured that complex research could inform practical policy and procedural improvements across Army installations.
Services
Translation Science, Script Writing, Sequencing, Storyboarding, Motion Graphics
