Delta Dental PDF Accessibility

TEAM
(MX) Member Experience Team
Project Type
Accessibility Presentation
Role
Product Design Intern
Tools
Figma
Microsoft PowerPoint
Adobe Acrobat
Date
October 2023

The Problem

Delta Dental aimed to create an accessible presentation to ensure inclusivity for blind audience members. The key challenge was to design both a PowerPoint and a PDF version that were equally navigable and comprehensible for blind individuals without sacrificing visual appeal for sighted viewers.

The Solution

The final presentation included:

  • A PowerPoint version with screen reader-friendly navigation.
  • A PDF version with tagged elements for easy reading order and navigation.
  • Descriptive alt-text for all visual elements.
  • Transcripts and descriptive audio for all multimedia content.

Impact

  • Enhanced accessibility for blind individuals.
  • Positive feedback from both blind and sighted audience members.
  • Increased awareness of the importance of accessible design within Delta Dental.

Reflection

This project highlighted the importance of inclusive design and opened new avenues for future accessibility-focused projects. It also emphasized the need for continuous learning and adaptation in the field of graphic design.

Conclusion

The Delta Dental accessibility presentation project successfully combined functional design with accessibility principles, serving as a benchmark for future inclusive design projects.