Accessibility Statement for Starlight Media

Starlight Media is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are continually improving the user experience for all visitors, and applying the relevant accessibility standards to provide a website that is inclusive and accessible.

Our Commitment

We firmly believe that website accessibility should not be an afterthought, but rather an integral part of the design and development process. Our aim is to provide a website that is:

• Perceivable: Information and user interface components must be presentable to users in ways they can perceive.
• Operable: User interface components and navigation must be operable.
• Understandable: Information and the operation of the user interface must be understandable.
• Robust: Content must be robust enough that it can be interpreted reliably by a wide variety of user agents, including assistive technologies.

Conformance Status

The Starlight Media website is designed to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 level AA. WCAG 2.1 are internationally recognized standards for web accessibility, developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities. Conformance with these guidelines helps to make the web more user-friendly for everyone.

We are constantly working to improve the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know.

Accessibility Features

To ensure the accessibility of our website, we have implemented the following features:

• Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content, providing meaning and context to assistive technologies.
• Alternative Text for Images: All images on our website include descriptive alternative text (alt text) that conveys the content and function of the image to users who cannot see it.
• Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be navigated using a keyboard alone. Users can tab through interactive elements and access all content without a mouse.
• Sufficient Color Contrast: We ensure that there is sufficient contrast between text and background colors to meet WCAG guidelines and make the content readable for users with low vision.
• ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to enhance the accessibility of dynamic content and complex user interface components.
• Responsive Design: Our website is designed to be responsive, meaning it adapts to different screen sizes and devices, ensuring a consistent and accessible experience across all platforms.
• Clear and Consistent Navigation: We provide clear and consistent navigation throughout our website, making it easy for users to find the information they need.
• Forms with Labels: All form fields have properly associated labels to provide context and guidance to users.

Specific Measures Taken

Here are some specific examples of how we've implemented accessibility measures on our website:

• Image Alt Text: For example, the Starlight Media logo in the header has the alt text "Starlight Media Logo - Capturing Your Vision". Images in the portfolio section have alt text describing the visual content, such as "Still from a corporate video showcasing a company's workspace".
• Keyboard Navigation: You can try navigating our website using only the tab key. Focus indicators are clearly visible on interactive elements like links and buttons.
• Color Contrast: We use a dark color scheme with light text and primary color accents to ensure high contrast. For example, the header and footer have a dark background with light text.
• ARIA Landmarks: We use ARIA landmarks such as <header role="banner">, <nav role="navigation">, <main role="main">, and <footer role="contentinfo"> to structure our content and make it easier for assistive technologies to navigate.
• Form Accessibility: Our contact form includes properly associated labels using the <label> element, ensuring that users understand the purpose of each form field.

Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts, there may be some limitations in the accessibility of our website. For example, some older documents or media files may not be fully accessible. We are working to address these issues and provide accessible alternatives where possible.

Feedback

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of the Starlight Media website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (828) 555-0123
• Address: 42 Oak Street, Suite 200, Asheville, NC 28801

We try to respond to feedback within 5 business days.

Accessibility Audit

We conduct regular accessibility audits of our website to identify and address any accessibility issues. Our most recent audit was conducted on October 26, 2024, by Eleanor Vance, our Accessibility Officer. The audit included automated testing using tools like WAVE and manual testing with assistive technologies such as screen readers.

The audit report identified several areas for improvement, including ensuring that all images have descriptive alt text, improving keyboard navigation for certain dynamic elements, and providing transcripts for all audio and video content. We are actively working to address these issues and improve the overall accessibility of our website.

Technical Specifications

Accessibility of Starlight Media 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

These technologies are relied upon for conformance to the accessibility standards used.

Distribution of this Accessibility Statement

This accessibility statement is distributed as follows:

• It is linked from the footer of every page on our website.
• It is linked from our sitemap.
• It is available as a downloadable document in multiple formats upon request.

Formal Complaints Procedure

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility feedback, you may file a formal complaint. Please submit your complaint in writing to:

Eleanor Vance
Accessibility Officer
Starlight Media
42 Oak Street, Suite 200
Asheville, NC 28801

Your complaint should include a detailed description of the accessibility issue, the URL of the page where the issue occurred, and any relevant information that will help us investigate and resolve the issue.

We will acknowledge receipt of your complaint within 3 business days and will provide a written response within 10 business days. If we are unable to resolve the issue to your satisfaction, you may appeal our decision to the [Name of External Review Body, if applicable].

Ongoing Efforts

We are committed to making ongoing efforts to improve the accessibility of our website. This includes:

• Providing accessibility training to our staff.
• Incorporating accessibility testing into our development process.
• Monitoring our website for accessibility issues and addressing them promptly.
• Staying up-to-date on the latest accessibility standards and best practices.

Third-Party Content

Some of our pages may contain content from third-party sources that we do not control. While we make every effort to ensure that third-party content is accessible, we cannot guarantee that it will always meet our accessibility standards. We encourage you to contact us if you encounter any accessibility issues with third-party content on our website.

Legal Framework

Starlight Media is committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations related to website accessibility, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.