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Podcast Company, Gimlet Media, Sued for Lack of Accessibility

by Elisa Lewis in Industry Trends

A class-action lawsuit was filed against Gimlet Media (a podcast division inside of Spotify) for lack of accessibility for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. The plaintiff, Kahlimah Jones, argues that Gimlet Media violates the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for failing to provide…

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Updated March 31, 2021

The True Cost of Video Accessibility Lawsuits

by Jaclyn Lazzari in Video Accessibility

Video accessibility lawsuits happen, but no company or organization wants one to land on its doorstep. Companies incur costs when making videos accessible. However, the costs incurred during a lawsuit can reach a more substantial sum. Settlement costs are only one piece…

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Updated March 2, 2021

A Full Recap of ACCESS at Home 2021

by 3mediaweb in Events

Let’s talk about the world beyond the pandemic. As we begin to return to normal, the world as we knew it will never be the same. We’ve become digitally dependent and now need to figure out how to transition to in-person, while…

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Updated July 6, 2021

Captioning Laws for TV and Movies

by Elisa Lewis in Video Accessibility

Closed captioning laws for TV and movies were established in order to make media accessible to viewers with hearing loss.  For the entertainment industry specifically, laws and standards like the ADA, the CVAA, and the FCC serve as a guideline for achieving…

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Updated February 23, 2021

How to Create Accessible Cooking Videos

by Jaclyn Lazzari in Video Accessibility

Cooking videos are a cook’s best friend and a great way for content creators to showcase the culinary arts. Whether you’re a food newbie or a cuisine connoisseur, there’s always something new to learn. Want to sharpen your knife skills? There’s a…

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Updated August 21, 2023

3Play Media Named a Best Place to Work by the Boston Business Journal

by Elisa Lewis in Company + Culture

3Play Media has been chosen as one of The Boston Business Journal’s 2020 Best Places to Work. The Best Places to Work title acknowledges the importance of workplace culture and, according to the Boston Business Journal, is reserved for “companies that stand…

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Updated February 6, 2024

Captioning and Transcription for TV and Movies

by Elisa Lewis in Video Accessibility

Whether it’s streaming online or broadcasting on a television set, TV programs and movies are incredibly popular. The way we consume media and entertainment has revolutionized through the rise of the internet, giving more people access like never before. However, without accessibility,…

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June 29, 2020

Captions for Live Sporting Events

by 3mediaweb in Video Accessibility

Many people love watching sports, which is why captions for sports events are critical to making sports content accessible to all. Sports shape our conversations, cultures, and even friend groups. Everywhere you go, you are bound to see a fan sporting a…

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Updated September 20, 2023

Captioning Sound Effects in TV and Movies

by Elisa Lewis in Video Accessibility

The first electric television was invented in 1927. 44 years later, captions were introduced to TV programs.  In 1972, Gallaudet University, American Broadcasting Company (ABC), and the National Bureau of Standards presented the technology needed to make television shows accessible with captions.…

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June 18, 2020

How to Publish Online Video

by Elisa Lewis in Video Accessibility

Online video has completely permeated the online space and continues to be a staple in many people’s digital experience. By 2021, global internet traffic is projected to make up 82% of all consumer internet traffic.  Whether it be live or prerecorded, the…

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Updated March 9, 2021

3 Lessons We Learned from Running Our Own Virtual Conference

by 3mediaweb in Video Accessibility

This May, we hosted our first-ever virtual conference called ACCESS at Home. It was a three-day event packed with expert speakers, workshops, and tons of resources. While we host webinars regularly, organizing a virtual conference is a beast of its own. It…

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Updated June 16, 2020

How to Get Leadership Buy-in for Accessibility

by Jaclyn Lazzari in Video Accessibility

The key to getting leadership buy-in for accessibility is to show that it benefits everyone, both people with and without disabilities. It’s time to radically reframe accessibility and universal design for learning (UDL) away from a disability-only mindset. Accessibility allows all audiences…

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Updated March 30, 2021
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