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Emily Carter

• Phone: +1-555-0102
• Email: [email protected]
• Address: 42 Accessibility Drive, Inclusivity City, IA 50010

Brief

A dedicated Section 508 Compliance Specialist with over 5 years of experience in ensuring digital content and technologies are accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. Skilled in implementing, assessing, and advising on accessibility standards across a variety of platforms and technologies. Committed to fostering inclusive environments through technology.

Core Competencies

• Accessibility Audits
• Remediation Guidelines
• WCAG 2.1
• ADA Compliance
• Assistive Technologies
• User-Centered Design
• Accessibility Training & Workshops
• Project Management
• Agile Methodologies

Technologies and Certifications

• Web Technologies: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, ARIA
• Tools: JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, ZoomText
• Platforms: WordPress, Drupal
• Certifications: IAAP Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC), Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS)

Professional Experience

Lead Section 508 Compliance Specialist, InclusivIT Solutions

June 2018 - Present - Conducted accessibility audits for more than 200 web applications and digital documents, ensuring compliance with Section 508 and WCAG 2.1. - Led a team of 5 accessibility analysts, providing mentorship and guidance on best practices. - Developed and implemented a company-wide training program on accessibility standards and tools, significantly improving internal awareness and application.

Accessibility Analyst, WebInclusive Inc.

January 2016 - May 2018 - Evaluated and provided remediation strategies for web content, ensuring ADA compliance. - Collaborated with web developers and designers to integrate accessibility features into new projects. - Assisted in the development of accessibility documentation and guidelines for internal and external use.

Education and Training

• Masters in Web Accessibility, University of Digital Inclusion, 2015
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, TechForward University, 2013

Certifications: - Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC), 2017 - Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS), 2016

Referees

Available upon request.