Scriptoria recently worked with SNV Netherlands Development Organisation to deliver a suite of new communications products, including an animated video, to help the organisation demonstrate the relevance of its work and explain how its unique ‘systems’ approach could support implementation of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

SNV has worked at the forefront of development since 1965, changing the lives of millions of people each year by increasing incomes and providing access to basic services in agriculture, energy, and water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH). In the era of the SDGs, SNV’s mission has become more important than ever.

Our writers spent time creating the story and script for the video and led a one-day workshop at SNV’s offices in The Hague to take the concept further. Scriptoria then developed the visual style, combining actual photos and footage alongside animation. We designed bespoke illustrations for the three main characters: agriculture, energy and WASH experts. The script was then recorded, the video was animated, and music and captions were added.

Scriptoria worked closely with SNV to produce an engaging and informative video that shows how SNV projects directly benefit millions of people, but also drive systems change to help many more people work their way out of poverty.

Learn more about SNV’s story and see Scriptoria’s work in action by watching the video here.

Photo: Scriptoria’s Communications Services team at a one-day workshop at SNV’s offices in The Hague.