Audio Description
Add Audio Description Describe visual elements like actions , facial expressions , and scene changes .
Resources for Guidance Review resources like How Audio Description Enables Accessibility and The Ultimate Guide to Audio Description .
Sign Language Interpretation
For Live Events Provide a live sign language interpreter . - Ensure they are visible in-frame or in a split-screen format for virtual events .
For Recorded Content Include the interpretation alongside the video / audio or as a separate option .
Resources Explore tools like SignUp , a free Chrome extension for streaming platforms .
Transcripts
Provide a Transcript Transcripts are essential for accessibility and should include all spoken content .
Accuracy Start with auto-generated captions and have a human edit for clarity and grammar .
Free Tools Options include :
Zoom ( if captions are turned on during recording ).
YouTube ( auto captions generated after upload ).
Descript ( free version for editing and transcription ).
Other Resources
Check The Internet Movie Script
Database for existing transcripts of popular movies .
Additional Tips
Avoid Shaky or Flashing Video Prevent discomfort for viewers with visual or neurological sensitivities .
Avoid Sudden or Harsh Sounds Ensure smooth and comfortable sound transitions .
Good Sound Quality Use high-quality recording and editing to ensure clear and distinct audio ( e . g ., avoid layering too many sounds ).
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