Our Commitment to Accessibility
At Aurora Sound Studios, we believe that everyone deserves equal access to information and services, including those offered through our website. We are dedicated to ensuring that our online content is accessible to individuals with disabilities. This commitment is rooted in our core values of inclusivity and respect for all members of our community. We strive to adhere to the highest accessibility standards and continuously improve our website to meet the needs of all users.
Our efforts are guided by the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, level AA, which provide a set of internationally recognized recommendations for making web content more accessible. These guidelines cover a wide range of disabilities, including visual, auditory, cognitive, motor, and speech impairments. By implementing these guidelines, we aim to create a website that is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust for all users.
We understand that accessibility is an ongoing process, and we are committed to regularly reviewing and updating our website to maintain and improve its accessibility. We actively seek feedback from users with disabilities and incorporate their suggestions into our accessibility efforts. Our goal is to create a seamless and inclusive online experience for everyone who visits Aurora Sound Studios.
This statement outlines our commitment to accessibility and provides information about the features we have implemented to ensure accessibility, the assistive technologies our website supports, and how to provide feedback about any accessibility barriers you may encounter.
Accessibility Features
To ensure that our website is accessible to everyone, we have implemented the following accessibility features:
- Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand and navigate the website. This includes using appropriate heading levels (H1-H6), lists (UL, OL, LI), and landmarks (HEADER, NAV, MAIN, FOOTER, ASIDE).
- Alternative Text for Images: All images on our website include descriptive alternative text (alt text) that accurately describes the content and function of the image. This allows users who are blind or visually impaired to understand the information conveyed by the images. For example, an image of Studio A is described as "Studio A: Large recording room with SSL console and live tracking setup."
- Keyboard Navigation: Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard. Users can use the Tab key to move between interactive elements and the Enter key to activate them. We have also ensured that the focus order is logical and intuitive.
- Color Contrast: We have carefully selected color combinations to ensure sufficient contrast between text and background. This makes the text easier to read for users with low vision or color blindness. We regularly test our color contrast using accessibility tools to ensure compliance with WCAG guidelines.
- Resizable Text: Users can easily increase or decrease the text size on our website using their browser settings. The website layout is designed to remain functional and readable at different text sizes.
- Clear and Consistent Navigation: Our website has a clear and consistent navigation structure, making it easy for users to find the information they need. The main navigation menu is located at the top of each page, and a site map is available in the footer.
- Forms Accessibility: All forms on our website are designed to be accessible to users with disabilities. Form fields include clear labels and instructions, and error messages are displayed in a clear and understandable manner.
- Video Captions and Transcripts: All videos on our website include captions and transcripts, making them accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing. The captions are synchronized with the audio, and the transcripts provide a text-based version of the video content.
- Skip Navigation Link: A "Skip to main content" link is provided at the top of each page, allowing users to bypass the navigation menu and go directly to the main content of the page. This is particularly helpful for users who use screen readers.
- ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to enhance the accessibility of complex user interface components. ARIA attributes provide additional information to assistive technologies about the role, state, and properties of these components.
Assistive Technologies
Our website is designed to be compatible with a wide range of assistive technologies, including:
- Screen Readers: Our website has been tested with popular screen readers such as JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver. We have ensured that all content is properly structured and labeled so that screen readers can accurately convey the information to users who are blind or visually impaired.
- Screen Magnifiers: Our website is designed to work with screen magnifiers, allowing users with low vision to enlarge the content and view it more easily.
- Speech Recognition Software: Our website is designed to be compatible with speech recognition software such as Dragon NaturallySpeaking, allowing users to navigate and interact with the website using their voice.
- Keyboard Navigation: As mentioned earlier, our website is fully navigable using a keyboard, which is essential for users who cannot use a mouse or other pointing device.
We regularly test our website with these assistive technologies to ensure that it remains accessible and usable for all users.
Feedback
We are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for how we can improve our website, please let us know. We value your feedback and will use it to make our website more accessible to everyone.
You can contact us in the following ways:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (323) 466-7000
- Address: Aurora Sound Studios, 1600 Vine Street, Los Angeles, CA 90028
When contacting us, please provide as much detail as possible about the accessibility barrier you encountered, including the specific page or element that was causing the problem, the assistive technology you were using, and any steps you took to try to resolve the issue. This information will help us to understand the problem and find a solution more quickly.
We will respond to your feedback as soon as possible and will take appropriate action to address any accessibility issues that are identified.
This Accessibility Statement was last updated on October 26, 2023. We will review and update this statement regularly to reflect any changes to our website or our accessibility policies.