Accessibility Statement for Sonic Canvas Studios

Sonic Canvas Studios is committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. We are dedicated to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.

Our Commitment to Accessibility

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 level AA, as published by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities. Conformance with these guidelines helps make the web more user-friendly for all people.

Measures to Support Accessibility

Sonic Canvas Studios takes the following measures to ensure accessibility of our website:

• Including accessibility as part of our mission statement.
• Integrating accessibility into our procurement practices.
• Providing continual accessibility training for our staff.
• Assigning clear accessibility targets and responsibilities.
• Employing formal accessibility quality assurance methods.

Conformance Status

The Sonic Canvas Studios website is partially conformant with WCAG 2.1 level AA. Partially conformant means that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the accessibility standard.

Known Accessibility Issues

While we are committed to providing an accessible website, we are aware of some issues. We are working to rectify these issues as quickly as possible. These include:

• Some images may lack descriptive alternative text. We are reviewing all images and adding appropriate alt text.
• Some forms may not be fully accessible to screen reader users. We are working to improve the accessibility of all forms.
• Some videos may not have captions or transcripts. We are adding captions and transcripts to all videos.

Technical Specifications

Accessibility of Sonic Canvas Studios website relies on the following technologies to work with the particular combination of web browser and any assistive technologies or plugins installed on your computer:

• HTML
• CSS
• JavaScript

These technologies are relied upon for conformance to the accessibility standards used.

Feedback

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of the Sonic Canvas Studios website. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers on our website:

• Phone: (615) 385-7200
• E-mail: [email protected]
• Visitor address: 12 Music Row East, Nashville, TN 37203

We try to respond to feedback within 5 business days.

Assessment Approach

Sonic Canvas Studios assessed the accessibility of this website through self-evaluation.

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response, you can lodge a formal complaint by contacting:

Elias Thorne
Accessibility Officer
Sonic Canvas Studios
12 Music Row East
Nashville, TN 37203
[email protected]

Exceptions

Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility of the Sonic Canvas Studios website, there may be some limitations. Below is a description of potential exceptions and the reasons for them.

• Third-Party Content: Some content may be provided by third parties, and we are limited in our ability to control the accessibility of this content. We encourage third-party providers to adhere to accessibility guidelines.
• Archived Content: Older archived content may not be fully accessible due to technological limitations at the time of its creation. We are prioritizing making currently used content accessible first.

Accessibility Features

To enhance the accessibility of our website, we have implemented the following features:

• Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be navigated using keyboard alone, without requiring a mouse.
• Screen Reader Compatibility: Our website is designed to be compatible with screen reader software.
• Text Resizing: Users can increase or decrease the text size using browser settings without loss of content or functionality.
• Color Contrast: We have ensured sufficient color contrast between text and background elements to enhance readability.
• Alternative Text for Images: Descriptive alternative text is provided for all meaningful images on our website.

Ongoing Efforts

We are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website. Our ongoing efforts include:

• Regularly auditing our website for accessibility issues.
• Providing accessibility training to our content creators and developers.
• Monitoring user feedback to identify areas for improvement.
• Staying informed about the latest accessibility standards and best practices.

Alternative Formats

If you require information on our website in an alternative format (e.g., large print, audio), please contact us at [email protected] or call us at (615) 385-7200. We will make every effort to provide the information in a format that meets your needs.

Website Compatibility

The Sonic Canvas Studios website is designed to be compatible with the latest versions of major web browsers, including:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari
• Microsoft Edge

While we strive to maintain compatibility with older browsers, some features may not function as expected on outdated versions.

Exceptions to Accessibility

While we strive to make all content accessible, there may be a few limited instances where certain elements may not fully conform to accessibility standards. We continuously work towards improving accessibility and appreciate your understanding.

Third-Party Plugins and Widgets

Our website may incorporate plugins and widgets provided by third parties. While we make efforts to choose accessible plugins and widgets, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of these third-party components.

Date of Statement

This accessibility statement was created on October 26, 2023 and last updated on October 27, 2024.