Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

At Directing Mastery Academy, headquartered in the vibrant filmmaking community of Los Angeles, California, we are deeply committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We believe that our website, directingmastery.com, should be accessible to people of all abilities, regardless of technology or disability. We strive to provide a user-friendly and inclusive online experience for all our visitors, including those with visual, auditory, cognitive, and motor impairments. Our commitment extends beyond simply meeting the minimum legal requirements; we actively work to exceed expectations and create a website that is truly accessible and enjoyable for all.

Our accessibility efforts are guided by the principles of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA. These guidelines, developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), provide internationally recognized standards for making web content more accessible to a wide range of people with disabilities. We regularly review and update our website to ensure ongoing compliance with these guidelines. We are also committed to adhering to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable accessibility regulations.

This accessibility statement outlines the measures we have taken to make directingmastery.com accessible and provides information on how to report any accessibility issues you may encounter.

Accessibility Features

We have implemented a variety of features to enhance the accessibility of our website. These features are designed to make our content easier to see, hear, navigate, and understand. Below is an overview of the accessibility features we have incorporated:

• Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content, providing clear and meaningful labels for assistive technologies such as screen readers. This includes using appropriate heading levels (H1-H6), lists (UL, OL, LI), and landmarks (HEADER, NAV, MAIN, ASIDE, FOOTER) to define the different sections of our website.
• Alternative Text for Images: All images on our website include descriptive alternative text (alt text). This alt text provides a textual description of the image, which is read aloud by screen readers for visually impaired users. Our alt text is concise, informative, and accurately reflects the content of the image. Images that are purely decorative have empty alt attributes (alt="") to prevent screen readers from announcing them.
• Keyboard Navigation: Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard. Users can access all interactive elements, such as links, buttons, and form fields, using the tab key. We also provide clear focus indicators to show which element is currently selected.
• Color Contrast: We have carefully selected color combinations that provide sufficient contrast between text and background. This ensures that our content is readable for users with low vision or color blindness. We use a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for all text, as recommended by WCAG 2.1.
• Resizable Text: Users can easily increase or decrease the text size on our website using their browser settings. Our website is designed to reflow and adapt to different text sizes without losing content or functionality.
• Clear and Consistent Navigation: Our website features a clear and consistent navigation structure, making it easy for users to find the information they are looking for. We use a logical information architecture and provide multiple ways to access content, including a sitemap and search function.
• Forms Accessibility: All forms on our website are designed to be accessible to users with disabilities. We use clear labels for form fields, provide instructions and error messages, and ensure that forms are navigable using a keyboard. We also use ARIA attributes to enhance the accessibility of complex form elements.
• Video Captions and Transcripts: All video content on our website includes captions and transcripts. Captions provide a textual representation of the audio, while transcripts provide a complete written version of the video content. This makes our video content accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• ARIA Attributes: We use Accessible Rich Internet Applications (ARIA) attributes to enhance the accessibility of dynamic content and complex user interface components. ARIA provides additional information to assistive technologies about the role, state, and properties of elements on our website.
• Regular Accessibility Audits: We conduct regular accessibility audits of our website using both automated tools and manual testing. These audits help us identify and fix any accessibility issues that may arise. We also involve users with disabilities in our testing process to ensure that our website meets their needs.

Reporting Accessibility Issues

We are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility issues while using directingmastery.com, please let us know. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us create a more accessible online experience for everyone.

To report an accessibility issue, please contact us using one of the following methods:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (213) 555-3456
• Mailing Address: Accessibility Team, Directing Mastery Academy, 123 Film Row, Los Angeles, CA 90028

When reporting an accessibility issue, please provide as much detail as possible, including:

• The URL of the page where you encountered the issue
• A description of the issue you experienced
• The assistive technology you were using (e.g., screen reader, keyboard)
• Your operating system and browser

We will make every effort to respond to your feedback in a timely manner and to address any accessibility issues you report. Our Accessibility Team, led by the experienced accessibility consultant, Eleanor Vance, will review your submission and prioritize the necessary updates. We aim to provide an initial response within 5 business days and to resolve reported issues within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 business days, depending on the complexity of the issue.

We understand that achieving and maintaining accessibility is an ongoing process. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to improve the accessibility of our website.

Third-Party Content

Please note that our website may contain links to third-party websites or content that is not under our control. We are not responsible for the accessibility of third-party content and cannot guarantee that it will meet the same accessibility standards as our own website. However, we strive to select third-party providers who are committed to accessibility and encourage them to make their content accessible.

Accessibility Compliance Table

Accessibility Standards Compliance

Standard	Compliance Level	Details
WCAG 2.1	AA	We strive to conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines throughout our website.
ADA	Compliant	We are committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Section 508	In Progress	We are actively working to ensure compliance with Section 508 standards.

Directing Mastery Academy is dedicated to ensuring that our online resources are available to all users. By proactively addressing accessibility and by valuing the feedback we receive, we are confident that we can continually enhance the user experience for everyone.