Our Commitment to Accessibility
At DirectingMastery, located in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, California, we firmly believe that filmmaking education should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their abilities. Our commitment to accessibility is deeply ingrained in our mission to empower aspiring directors and filmmakers from all backgrounds. We strive to provide a website and learning environment that is inclusive and usable for all users, including those with disabilities. We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our digital content and services, aligning with the highest standards and best practices.
This accessibility statement outlines our ongoing efforts to ensure that DirectingMastery's website and online learning platform are accessible to individuals with disabilities. We are dedicated to providing a positive user experience for all, and we welcome feedback on how we can improve accessibility.
Conformance to Standards
DirectingMastery is committed to conforming to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, level AA. These guidelines outline how to make web content more accessible to people with a wide array of disabilities. Adherence to these guidelines helps make the web more user-friendly for everyone.
We regularly review our website and online learning platform to ensure ongoing compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA. Our efforts include, but are not limited to:
- Providing alternative text for all images and non-text content.
- Ensuring sufficient color contrast between text and background.
- Using clear and simple language.
- Creating a logical and consistent website structure.
- Making our website keyboard navigable.
- Providing captions and transcripts for video and audio content.
- Ensuring forms are accessible and usable.
Specific Accessibility Features
To further enhance accessibility, we have implemented several specific features throughout our website and online learning platform:
Keyboard Navigation
Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard alone. Users can access all interactive elements, including links, buttons, and form fields, using standard keyboard controls (Tab, Shift+Tab, Enter, Arrow keys).
Screen Reader Compatibility
We have optimized our website for compatibility with screen reader software. This includes providing descriptive alternative text for images, using proper heading structures, and ensuring that all content is presented in a logical order.
Color Contrast
We have carefully selected color palettes to ensure sufficient contrast between text and background colors. This helps users with low vision to easily read and comprehend the content on our website.
Adjustable Font Sizes
Users can easily adjust the font size of our website content using their browser settings. This allows individuals with visual impairments to customize the text size to their preferred reading level.
Clear and Simple Language
We strive to use clear and simple language throughout our website to ensure that our content is easy to understand for all users, including those with cognitive disabilities.
Captions and Transcripts
All video and audio content on our website includes captions and transcripts. This allows users who are deaf or hard of hearing to access the information presented in these media formats.
Form Accessibility
We have designed our forms to be accessible and usable for all users. This includes providing clear labels and instructions, ensuring that form fields are keyboard accessible, and providing error messages that are easy to understand.
Assistive Technologies
DirectingMastery’s website and online learning platform are designed to be compatible with a wide range of assistive technologies, including but not limited to:
- Screen readers (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
- Screen magnifiers (e.g., ZoomText, MAGic)
- Speech recognition software (e.g., Dragon NaturallySpeaking)
- Keyboard navigation tools
Exceptions
While we strive to make all content on our website accessible, there may be instances where some content is not fully compliant with WCAG 2.1 AA. This may include legacy content or content that is provided by third-party sources. We are continuously working to address these issues and improve the accessibility of all our content.
Feedback and Contact Information
We value your feedback and are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website and online learning platform. If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our site, please let us know. You can contact our accessibility team at [email protected] or call us at (213) 555-0142.
Please provide as much detail as possible about the accessibility issue you encountered, including the specific web page, the assistive technology you were using, and any other relevant information. We will do our best to address your concerns and provide you with a solution as quickly as possible.
Formal Complaints
If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility feedback, you may file a formal complaint with our Accessibility Officer, Elena Rodriguez, at [email protected].
All complaints will be thoroughly investigated, and we will take appropriate action to address any accessibility issues that are identified. We are committed to providing a fair and impartial process for resolving accessibility complaints.
Ongoing Accessibility Efforts
DirectingMastery is dedicated to ongoing accessibility improvements. Our efforts include:
- Regularly auditing our website and online learning platform for accessibility issues.
- Providing accessibility training to our staff.
- Incorporating accessibility considerations into our design and development processes.
- Staying up-to-date with the latest accessibility standards and best practices.
We are committed to making DirectingMastery a welcoming and inclusive learning environment for all aspiring filmmakers. Thank you for your support in helping us achieve this goal.
Accessibility Evaluation Schedule
To ensure ongoing accessibility, DirectingMastery conducts regular evaluations of its website and online learning platform. The evaluation schedule is outlined in the table below:
| Evaluation Type | Frequency | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Accessibility Scans | Weekly | Web Development Team |
| Manual Accessibility Audits | Quarterly | External Accessibility Consultants |
| User Testing with Assistive Technologies | Annually | Accessibility Team |
Training for Staff
DirectingMastery invests in comprehensive training programs to educate our staff on accessibility best practices. Our training initiatives include:
| Training Topic | Target Audience | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Web Accessibility | All Staff | Annually |
| WCAG 2.1 AA Compliance | Web Development Team, Content Creators | Bi-Annually |
| Assistive Technology Training | Accessibility Team, Support Staff | Quarterly |