Accessibility Audiovisual Media
Our accessibility series explores ways of making teaching in the digital domain more accessible to individuals with sensory impairments. This series is part of the ETH e-Accessibility campain.
Content
This series has two production chains. The first one aimes to raise awareness and sensitize educators to accessibility in the digital domain. We focus on the hurdles that people with sensory impairments face in university life and convey basic accessibility concepts, with practical tips for creating accessible teaching materials. This project is part of ETH's e-accessibility campaign.
The second production chain is focused on the topic of neurodiversity. It provides a comprehensive explanation of the term neurodiversity and explores ways in which teachers and others involved in teaching can be sensitized to the needs of neurodiverse people. It also showcases the perspectives of those affected, their challenges, and solution strategies. The Neurodiversity Series is also a collaboration between UZH and ZHAW.
So, while each production chain has its own focus and approach, they are all part of the same project and share a common goal of promoting accessibility and inclusivity in academic teaching.
Visual Style
Overall, the visual style of the video is minimalistic and abstract, with a focus on simple geometric shapes, bold lines, and a limited color palette. The "Companion" - who plays a main role in both production chains - is a sensitive and imaginative 2D animated figure that guides viewers through the complex content of the series. The character conveys the basic concepts of the topic, illustrates related problems, and explores approaches to solving them. By using this relatable character, we aim to create a sense of familiarity and understanding, allowing us to communicate the important issues surrounding accessibility in a more effective manner. Additionally, the unique look of the companion helps to ensure that our depiction of these issues is neither stereotypical nor exclusive in any way, further enhancing our message of inclusivity and accessibility.
People involved
Art, Character Design and Animation: Estelle Gattlen
Script Development: Anton Bolfing, Judith Rehmann
Script Review: Anna Garry
Voice Over: Justine Harris
Production Lead: Judith Rehmann, Jeanine Reutemann
Motion Typography: Jane Gebel
Intro Logo: Carlo Roman Picaso
Backstopping: Gerd Kortemeyer
Production process of the accessibility series
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Color schema and character development -
First sketches -
Animate draft of the animation process -
Animate production process -
Review process of animated videos -
From the storyboard sketch to the final animation picture -
Scenes review -
Montage -
Final Filmstill of the series
Comics Accessibility
All comics illustrations are by Sarah Rothenberger.
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Comic: Colours and Contrast -
Comic: Flexible Input -
Comic: Flexible Output -
Comic: Integrated Descriptions -
Comic: Headline Structure
