Compliance with government accessibility standards crucial for AV and IT teams. This session delves into the ADA and WCAG 2.1 AA requirements, offering insights beyond basic captioning to achieve comprehensive video accessibility. Learn from real-world case studies on evaluating web video players, optimizing audio setups, and integrating visual descriptions. Discover how to enhance accessibility efficiently and effectively, ensuring your content reaches every audience with impact. Walk away with actionable strategies, practical examples, and a robust plan to elevate your accessibility initiatives.

This session will cover: 

• Understanding the impact of ADA and WCAG 2.1 on digital video standards.
• WCAG 2.1 AA Explained: Requirements for captions, audio descriptions, transcripts, and accessible video players.
• Real-World Risk: ADA enforcement trends and the stakes of non-compliance.
• AV Design for Risk Mitigation: How system design choices affect compliance.
• Accessibility ROI: Benefits of accessible video for engagement and content value.
• Lessons from Government Readiness: Roadmaps from government efforts for compliance.
• Workflow & Efficiency Questions: Key planning questions for captions, streaming, and transcription.
• Case Studies: Examples of improved accessibility and audience reach.
• Vendor & RFP Guidance: What to include in accessibility RFPs.
• Summary & Next Steps: Actionable takeaways for implementing accessibility.

Admission is subject to room capacity and available on a first‑come, first‑served basis.