About Us
Our Vision
At VideoA11y.org, we believe in a world where video entertainment is truly accessible to everyone, regardless of ability. From traditional television and streaming services to video games and virtual reality, our mission is to raise the bar on accessibility standards across the multi-sensory entertainment industry. We strive to create immersive, engaging experiences without barriers, ensuring that all viewers can fully participate and enjoy the content they love.
Our Founder
Joshua Carr, a dedicated advocate for video accessibility and inclusive design, leads our team. With over 20 years of experience in the software industry, Joshua’s passion for enhancing entertainment accessibility shows in every project. His expertise in user experience and video accessibility drives our work, pushing the boundaries of what is possible for inclusive media.
Our Team
Team information coming soon!
Our Collaborations
We are proud to collaborate with industry leaders to advance video accessibility for millions of people with disabilities. Our partnerships with Spectrum, Paramount, and Pluto TV highlight our commitment to improving the user experience across various platforms, including linear television, streaming services, and FAST (Free Ad-Supported Television) platforms.
- Spectrum: We helped Spectrum become an industry leader in Text-to-Speech, Audio Description, and Closed Captioning, benefiting millions of users with disabilities. Our work with Spectrum demonstrates the power of effective accessibility practices at scale.
- Pluto TV: Working closely with Pluto TV’s cross-platform teams, we established accessibility best practices and developed cutting-edge text-to-speech features for ARIA-based connected TV apps. Our innovative video player accessibility solutions continue to enhance Pluto TV’s services for customers with disabilities.
- Paramount: We guided Paramount in creating accessible user experiences and helped ensure their compliance with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). Our Video Accessibility Standards (VAS) were instrumental in improving accessibility across all of Paramount’s supported platforms.
Our Commitment
We are dedicated to advancing accessibility across video platforms and advocating for the development of features that empower people with disabilities. Our goal is to make multimedia content more inclusive, enjoyable, and accessible for everyone.
Join Us
As we continue to push the boundaries of video accessibility, we invite others to join us in our mission. By working together, we can establish new standards of accessibility and create a more inclusive digital entertainment landscape.
Let’s make video entertainment accessible for all!