Accessibility Statement for Starlight Sounds Studio
Starlight Sounds Studio is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are continually improving the user experience for all visitors, and applying the relevant accessibility standards. Our aim is to provide a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability.
Our Commitment to Accessibility
We are committed to meeting or exceeding the requirements of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities. Conformance with these guidelines will help make the web more user-friendly for everyone.
Measures to Support Accessibility
Starlight Sounds Studio takes the following measures to ensure accessibility of our website:
- Including accessibility throughout our design and development processes.
- Providing alternative text for all meaningful images and non-text content.
- Ensuring sufficient color contrast between text and background.
- Using clear and simple language.
- Designing our website to be navigable by keyboard alone.
- Providing clear and consistent navigation.
- Making sure that form elements are properly labeled.
- Using semantic HTML to structure content effectively.
- Regularly testing our website for accessibility issues using automated tools and manual testing.
Specific Accessibility Features
Keyboard Navigation
Our website is designed to be fully navigable using a keyboard. You can use the Tab key to move between interactive elements, and the Enter key to activate links and buttons. Shift+Tab will move you backwards through the interactive elements. Focus indicators are clearly visible for each interactive element.
Screen Reader Compatibility
We have optimized our website to be compatible with screen reader software such as NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver. We use semantic HTML elements and ARIA attributes where necessary to provide screen readers with the information they need to convey the structure and content of our website effectively. Alt text is provided for all relevant images.
Color Contrast
We have carefully chosen color combinations to ensure sufficient contrast between text and background. This makes our website easier to read for people with low vision or color blindness. You can also use browser extensions or operating system settings to adjust the color contrast to your preferred level.
Text Resizing
You can easily resize the text on our website using your browser's zoom function. This will allow you to increase or decrease the text size to a comfortable reading level. In most browsers, you can zoom in by pressing Ctrl + "+" (or Cmd + "+") and zoom out by pressing Ctrl + "-" (or Cmd + "-").
Alternative Text for Images
All images on our website include descriptive alternative text (alt text). This text provides a description of the image for users who are unable to see it, such as those using screen readers. The alt text is carefully written to convey the meaning and purpose of the image.
Example:
<img src="images/studio-interior.jpg" alt="Interior of Starlight Sounds Studio recording booth, showing mixing console and microphones" width="600" height="400">
Clear and Consistent Navigation
Our website has a clear and consistent navigation structure. The main menu is located at the top of each page, and a footer navigation is also provided. Breadcrumb navigation is used on deeper pages to help you understand your current location within the website. Internal links are descriptive and easy to understand.
Known Accessibility Issues
Despite our best efforts, we are aware of some potential accessibility issues on our website:
- Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We are working to replace these with accessible alternatives.
- Certain third-party embedded content (e.g., video players) may have limited accessibility features.
We are committed to addressing these issues and improving the accessibility of our website.
Feedback and Contact Information
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (213) 555-0145
- Address: 123 Arts District Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90013
We try to respond to feedback within 5 business days.
Formal Accessibility Complaints
If you have a formal accessibility complaint, please submit it in writing to our Accessibility Officer:
Accessibility Officer:
Elias Vance
Starlight Sounds Studio
123 Arts District Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Conformance Status
This website conforms to WCAG 2.1 level AA.
Compatibility with Browsers and Assistive Technology
Starlight Sounds Studio is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:
- The latest versions of major screen readers, such as NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver
- The latest versions of major browsers, such as Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge
Technical Specifications
Accessibility of Starlight Sounds Studio relies on the following technologies to work with the particular combination of web browser and any assistive technologies or plugins installed on your computer:
- HTML
- CSS
- JavaScript
- ARIA
Assessment Approach
Starlight Sounds Studio assessed the accessibility of this website by the following approaches:
- Self-evaluation
- External evaluation
Date
This statement was created on January 1, 2024, and last updated on October 26, 2024.
Accessibility Audit Results
Our most recent accessibility audit, conducted by AccessLA Consulting on October 15, 2024, revealed the following key findings and areas for improvement:
| Issue | WCAG Guideline | Severity | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inconsistent Heading Structure | 2.4.6 Headings and Labels | Moderate | Ensure headings are used logically and consistently to structure content. |
| Insufficient Color Contrast on Some Buttons | 1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum) | Moderate | Adjust button colors to meet minimum contrast ratios. |
| Missing ARIA Labels on Certain Interactive Elements | 4.1.2 Name, Role, Value | Minor | Add ARIA labels to provide screen readers with more information about interactive elements. |
| Untagged PDFs | Document Conformance | Critical | Remediate or replace all PDFs with fully tagged, accessible versions. |
We are actively working to address these issues and implement the recommendations provided by AccessLA Consulting.
Ongoing Efforts
We are committed to ongoing efforts to improve the accessibility of our website. This includes:
- Regularly training our staff on accessibility best practices.
- Incorporating accessibility testing into our development workflow.
- Seeking feedback from users with disabilities.
Starlight Sounds Studio is dedicated to creating a website that is accessible to everyone. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we continue to improve our website.