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FCC Closed Captioning Quality Standards for Video Programming

by Jena Wallace in Video Accessibility

FCC Rules for Online Video Captioning: Are You Compliant? [White Paper] The FCC closed captioning quality standards remain as pertinent to video content creators today as they did upon their initial release. Back in February 2014, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released…

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August 30, 2022

SDH vs. non-SDH Subtitles: When to Use Them

by Jena Wallace in Video Accessibility

How to Write WebVTT Files [Free Guide] Do you ever watch a television show on a streaming platform with the subtitles turned on? Perhaps it’s an anime, and the subtitles translate Japanese dialogue into English. Or maybe it’s the English-language cerebral drama…

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Updated March 1, 2023

Everything You Need to Know About CVAA Guidelines and Compliance

by Abby Alepa in Video Accessibility

CVAA Online Video Captioning Requirements and Deadlines [Free eBook] As a response to the proliferation of digital technologies and online video, the CVAA was created to ensure people with disabilities also have equal access. What Is the CVAA? The 21st Century Communications…

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Updated December 13, 2022

The Accessible British Columbia Act

by Abby Alepa in Video Accessibility

Accessibility in Ontario: How the AODA Impacts Web and Online Video [Free eBook] In June 2021, the Accessible British Columbia Act became law. The Government of British Columbia (B.C.) passed this legislation to prove its commitment to creating an accessible province for…

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Updated January 29, 2024

Should You Transcribe Your Podcast?

by Abby Alepa in Video Accessibility

Tips For Creating an Accessible Podcast [Free Guide] If you’re a podcaster trying to expand your audience or create a larger online presence, you may be wondering: Should I transcribe my podcast? While there are many benefits of transcription, from accessibility to…

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Updated August 30, 2023

How (and Why) To Caption Youtube Videos You Don’t Own

by Kelly Mahoney in Video Accessibility

[How-To Guide] Adding Subtitles + CC to YouTube Videos This multi-part blog series will highlight three valuable accessibility features for YouTube captions and subtitles. In our second blog of the series, we’ll discuss how to add captions/subtitles to YouTube videos you don’t own.…

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Updated August 10, 2022

What’s the True Price of Closed Captioning Services?

by Rebecca Klein in Video Accessibility

10 Crucial Questions to Ask a Captioning Vendor [Free Guide] Video is a valuable business and communication tool for organizations across many industries. However, videos without closed captions are inaccessible to over 430 million people worldwide with hearing loss. As global video…

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Updated February 6, 2024

Canadian CRTC Caption Laws

by Kelly Mahoney in Video Accessibility

While certain provinces boast some of the most progressive accessibility laws in Canada, the Canadian d/Deaf and hard of hearing population has been advocating for more advanced closed captioning standards across the nation since the 1960s. In response, the Canadian Radio-television and…

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Updated January 29, 2024

How to Make Captions and Subtitles Bigger on YouTube

by Rebecca Klein in Video Accessibility

Automate Your YouTube Captioning [Learn About the Integration] This multi-part blog series will highlight three valuable accessibility features for YouTube captions and subtitles. In our first blog of the series, we’ll discuss how to make captions and subtitles bigger on YouTube. How…

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Updated September 5, 2023

Described Video Requirements for Canadian Broadcasters

by Kelly Mahoney in Video Accessibility

How the AODA Impacts Online Accessibility [Free Ebook] Many (if not most) broadcast programs in Canada lack described video and/or audio, which is an accommodation for blind and low-vision individuals. However, Canada’s “Let’s Talk TV” initiative aims to enhance the availability of…

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Updated January 29, 2024

Audio Description as a Form of Audiovisual Translation with Dr. Joel Snyder

by Rebecca Klein in Video Accessibility

  Every month, we welcome a new guest to 3Play Media’s Allied Podcast. In June 2022, we met with Joel Snyder, Ph.D., known internationally as one of the world’s first audio describers. Dr. Snyder is a pioneer in the field of audio…

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July 6, 2022

Closed Captions and Subtitles for Film Festivals

by Elisa Lewis in Video Accessibility

Beginner’s Guide to Closed Captions [FREE GUIDE] Screening a film at any festival is an exciting yet emotional process for most filmmakers. It’s often the culmination of years of hard work, perseverance, and dedication to their craft. Media accessibility –  a critical…

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Updated August 30, 2023
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