What Our Customers are Saying...
Check out what our New York sign language and caption customers are saying about the inclusive experience!
Inclusive Communication Services is one of the best companies I have worked with. Their service and attention detail pre event and during was fantastic. I highly recommend them and will be using them again in the future.
We worked with Inclusive Communication Services to provide ASL interpretation for our annual professional conference. Their team was an absolute delight to collaborate with. Everyone at ICS is so friendly and supportive. Their team consistently went above and beyond to ensure we and our attendees were well taken care of. Can't recommend ICS enough!
Shelby and her team are incredible to work with. My company uses ICS for our accessibility needs at an annual conference and each year we are reminded why we love them so much. The interpreters we work with are always friendly, professional and excellent at their job. 10/10
The ICS team is the best! They were professional, prepared, and handled everything for our event beautifully, even the challenging, off-the-cuff moments and high-energy performers. We loved having them, and will be using them for all of our events.
ICS is an amazing team. Their mission to improve inclusion in the communities they serve makes them unique and professional. Thank you and keep up your passion for providing great services.
ICS is amazing! We use their ASL interpreting services in our virtual meetings for the National Human Trafficking and Disabilities Working Group (NHTDWG). Working with ICS from start to finish is a breeze, and the interpreters are professional friendly, and familiar with the virtual technology. They also spend time prior to the meeting becoming familiar with commonly used acronyms and jargon to be sure they're communicating effectively. Being inclusive should be standard everywhere, and ICS makes it easy to do so. We love their work!
As a Capture Manager for a federal contractor, I identified Inclusive ASL as a potential partner for a bid opportunity. Although the government eventually designated the opportunity for small businesses only, my interactions with Inclusive ASL, and specifically with Shelby, their CEO, were highly enlightening and constructive. Her expertise and guidance were instrumental during the capture process. I recommend Inclusive ASL for their professionalism and look forward to the possibility of future collaborations.
September 2023 was the first time we contacted Inclusive Communication Services (ICS) and utilized their services. Throughout the journey from initial contact through delivering ASL service, we clearly and fully experienced the ICS commitment to ethical, individualized, and affordable inclusion. The folk who received the service were impressed and expressed their comfort and delight with the quality of service. We were asked how we discovered ICS and the simple answer was that it was through a google search. We now want to express our satisfaction and appreciation through the same medium. To the ICS team, Thank You!
I had an outstanding experience with ICS and highly recommend their services to anyone in need of an ASL interpreter for an event. From the initial request to the event day itself, the entire process was easy, efficient, and marked by excellent customer service. When I reached out to ICS to request an ASL interpreter for a wedding, I was met with a team of coordinators who were not only responsive but also incredibly friendly. They made the entire planning process a breeze and were so easy to work with. What truly set them apart was their attention to the small details that made a significant difference for me as a deaf bridesmaid in a hearing wedding. I was impressed by ICS's flexibility. They accommodated last-minute changes to the wedding day timeline, which I genuinely appreciated. The ASL interpreter provided by ICS was not only professional but also incredibly sweet. Their presence seamlessly integrated sign language into the flow of the wedding, and many of the wedding guests commented on how well it worked. What truly stood out for me was ICS's commitment to their clients. They didn't consider their job done once the event was over - they followed up to ensure that the big day went well for the bride and groom. I have no doubt that I will be requesting ICS's services again in the future. If you are in need of ASL interpretation services, ICS should be your go-to choice!
ICS was very quick and responsive to our need in getting an ASL interpreter for a parent of an elementary school student. It was in a matter of hours that we were able to get an interpreter. Interpreter Charlotte was great.
Aiatana helped me a lot for our meeting in NYC. They are excellent and professional. I would recommend.
Shelby and the Inclusive Team were fantastic partners on a recent event we produced in Boston. Professional, responsive, and competitively priced. We recieved great feedback from our clients and guests on the experience working with the interpreters. Thank you!
I had a last minute request for a corporate event and was running into brick walls with almost every agency I reached out to. Inclusive ASL was able to secure 2 interpreters quickly and while we ended up not having to use them in the end, their prompt communication and flexibility was greatly appreciated. I look forward to working with them again for future events!
Shakespeare Meets ICS
Our experience collaborating with Inclusive Communication Services (ICS) for the Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival (HVSF) was nothing short of exceptional. Right from our initial contact, ICS exhibited a remarkable commitment to accommodating our needs and ensuring that an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreted performance was accessible to our guests. Their adept handling of logistics was both organized and efficient. Jared and Mark, the interpreters, delivered an outstanding service marked by their positive attitudes, adaptability, and seamless teamwork. Their involvement was instrumental in the success of our first ASL accessible performance. They actively engaged with our audience, including young ASL learners, and shared invaluable insights. Attendees were effusive in their praise of their work, and we wholeheartedly recommend requesting their services for future productions. The dedication of Inclusive Communication Services to making the arts inclusive is truly commendable, and we cannot express enough gratitude for their significant contributions to our theater experience.
An incredible team!! ICS truly went above and beyond to provide an absolutely unforgettable event experience. Extremely kind, collaborative, and professional. Their interpreters brought such a warm and welcoming aura to the event -- Our guests could not stop gushing over the friendly conversations they had with ICS's amazing interpreters. Thank you, thank you, thank you!! 🙂
Shelby + team were so helpful, fast, and knowledgeable! I am so glad I chose to use their services for my show. They walked me through their pricing and services to helped me make the most informed and inclusive choice, that made the most sense for my production. They also made sure I could find interpreters of color, which almost no other org was able to do. Plus, everyone is so kind, and professional. This is my go-to organization now!
ICS is reliable, professional and works hard to secure the best interest of the consumers and clients. Their online services are extremely user friendly. ICS is a champ company!
Recently, as a cast member, it was a beautiful experience to have myself and the rest of the cast, and speakers voiced by Sarah & Avery during a live production produced by The Anthropologists. They were kind, patient, prepared, and were able to pick up and perfectly sign the performance and talkback/interview for the audience. This is the second or third time I’ve had the pleasure of being voiced by or seen interpreters from Inclusive Communications Services. Every time, the interpreters come with the same warm and professional presence. Regardless of if you know or not if an attendee will need ASL, I encourage you to hire them. Being able to see ASL during the talkback was a positive, refreshing, and inclusive experience. As a performer I was honored and happy that a production I was part of can be enjoyed by a wider audience. Please reach out to Inclusive Communications Services so that you can have interpreters at your event; you’ll be proud that your content is accessible and inclusive for a wider audience to enjoy.
Inclusive Communication Services was so fantastic to work with! The organization was able to provide a fantastic group of interpreters that met the needs of our event and were able to quickly pivot when outside circumstances required it. We also needed another interpreter very last minute for the day after our event and they were able to accommodate quickly and without any issue. We really appreciated having ICS' help to provide interpretation services for our deaf event attendees, it made the whole event feel fun and inclusive for all.
I had the pleasure of working with John and Sarah from ICS. I was able to book interpreters for a gala and they made sure I was informed on every front. From working with coordinators to the interpreters themselves, it was a seamless experience. I look forward to continuing our partnership.
Shelby and Noel were incredibly helpful finding interpreting solutions for one of our recent events. It was easy to coordinate and made our job stress free. They booked knowledgeable and professional interpreters who helped to make our event inclusive to all. We would definitely use their services again! -Robyn Woodall, Blue Spark Event Design
Interpreter did an amazing job helping my dental office communicate with our client. Shelby was very helpful in finding me someone last minute. Excellent customer service!!
I.C.S. Provided a world-class service requested at the very last minute for a large scale event. The interpreter adapted immediately to the complex ceremony, even without time for rehearsal. The ASL interpretation quality was live-streamed, and the feedback regarding the quality of the interpretation was impeccable.
ICS is a dream to work with! As a company they are collaborative, efficient, communicative, and socially responsible. As interpreters they are welcoming, talented, and simply a joy. The best!
Thank you Inclusive Communication Services for providing us with two excellent translators for our recent webinar. We look forward to using your services again in the future. John Horodyski, Executive Director, Salt Flats
Inclusive Community Services helped us have interpretation services for the first annual Northern Slavery Collective conference. The organization is in its early stages, which is hopeful to expand publicly through a website and social media as a resource to the public and educational communities for understanding and learning about the underrepresented stories of enslaved people. ICS did an amazing job. We will definitely be using them in the future.
The booking process for booking an interpreter was very convenient. Inclusive Communication Services is amazing, as they assisted in making G.R.A.C.E. Granting Resources And Community Enrichment Inc. (non-profit) Yoga and Vision Board Party event a huge success. Erin's service offered the feeling of inclusion, being understood, and enthusiasm from an attendee. Erin was punctual, professional, and a pleasure to work with. Thoughtfulness goes a long way and the smile that an ASL interpreter was present brought joy to my heart as we did our due diligence for satisfying what was needed as a community non-profit. I highly recommend ICS!
Such a wonderful and thoughtful agency. I was nervous having never booked services for the deaf before, but their staff was friendly and helpful. Definitely made sure I got exactly what we needed!
ICS has found us incredible interpreters literally within hours - I don't know how they do it! So grateful to this team!
The below is posted on behalf of my attorney: As an attorney in a large Personal Injury law firm in NY, we required the services of 4 sign language experts for a witness. These interpreters arrived timely, were professional and gave excellent translation. I would work with this company and their translators again, any time I need these services. I highly recommend them. Sharon S Trial Attorney
ICS really helped us out when in a bind for a unique request. Interpreters were skilled and professional. Would recommend any day!
We hired Inclusive Communication Services for a travel interpreting need to accommodate a Deaf student during a college semester abroad. Their staff was extremely helpful, prompt, and friendly during the entire experience. They went above and beyond to make sure we had an interpreter appropriately suited for the student's course of studies. We will definitely use ICS in the future!
ICS has been a great company to work for. I've enjoyed being a part of their mission to provide inclusive accessibility to all different groups and look forward to continuing their work!
ICS, has great customer service, provides professional services from a supportive and courteous team.
ICS generously supported our autism expo with sign language translator for our keynote speakers! Thanks to them for a great provider who did a wonderful job. Highly, highly recommend these folks. they are contentious, capable and do a wonderful job! Hope we can have them at our next expo!
I've had the pleasure of working with ICS on multiple occasions for theatrical performances. Not only is their work professional and exceptional, but they approach the arts with such passion and joy. I can't wait to book their services for our next show.
The ASL interpreters provided a wonderful service for our webinar today. Thank you!!
We are huge fans of ICS! Shelby has been a thoughtful, invaluable partner as we've added ASL interpretation and live captioning services to our events. Every member of the ICS team we've worked with has been a skilled practitioner and a joy to work with. Our audiences have been extremely appreciative of the added services and we are so glad to be able to include these elements in our events. We can't recommend ICS highly enough!
I had a wonderful experience working with Inclusive Communications Services. Amazing costumer service, speedy response time, and they were able to provide a last-minute accommodation of utmost quality and professionalism. Highly recommend!
Professional and proficient! We had a great experience working with these interpreters. Our Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients had nothing but great things to report about their work.
The folks at Inclusive Communication Services were wonderful to work with and offered prompt, flexible services to translate and prepare captions, transcripts, and documents for our open educational resource. A+
Thank you for providing me with urgent zoom translation services for a client of mine, hope to meet you guys soon in new york. Lovely experience and the owners are a joy to work with.
ICS interpreted for a small staff meeting where skillful interpretation was essential to capture the nuances of the conversation and the personalities involved. We're grateful for the warmth and professionalism of our interpreter, and look forward to working with ICS again.
Inclusive Communication Services is amazing and I highly highly recommend. Shelby has been an INVALUABLE resource and all the interpreters we've worked with so far have been excellent. Also Village Hands is an amazing program that we definitely need more of. Can't say enough good things - 10/10 definitely recommend!
Fantastic service on very short notice - would highly recommend.
What a fantastic pair. Truly professional and the loveliest people to work with. They made my daughter’s day signing for her wedding day. They couldn’t have done anything more to have helped and made it all so easy for her. They are the best !!!
Enhancing Visual Accessibility through
Audio Description
Welcome to Inclusive Communication Services, your partner in making visual media truly accessible to all audiences. Our audio description (AD) services break down barriers for individuals with visual impairments, ensuring they have equal access to a diverse range of visual content, whether it’s educational, entertainment, or informational.
Audio description is a vital accessibility service that bridges the gap between visual media and individuals with visual impairments. It involves providing a clear and concise narrative description of the visual elements in a piece of content, ensuring that those who are blind or who have low vision can fully comprehend and enjoy the material. This service plays a pivotal role in fostering inclusivity and equal access for various forms of media, including videos and images.
Audio Description for the Blind:
Enabling Inclusivity Beyond Sight
Choose ICS for content accessibility, prioritizing precision, customization, and excellence for an inclusive experience, regardless of visual impairments.
Prepared and Produced by Accessibility Professionals: Our audio descriptions are created by seasoned accessibility professionals who understand the nuanced needs of individuals with visual impairments. We ensure that every description is clear, accurate, and culturally sensitive, making your content accessible to a diverse audience.
Customizable Media Assets for Tailored Experiences: With ICS, you have the power to customize your audio descriptions. Choose the gender and accent of your voiceover artist, opt for human or automated voiceovers, and decide between integrated or pause-coordinated descriptions. This level of customization ensures that your content aligns with your vision and audience preferences.
Single Service Provider for Streamlined Media Projects: By choosing ICS, you gain a single service provider for all your media accessibility needs. This streamlined approach not only saves you time and effort but also ensures consistency across your media assets. Whether it’s audio description, captions, or in-screen sign language translation, we’ve got you covered.
Commitment to Quality Media Assets: Our commitment to quality is unwavering. We believe in providing media assets that meet the highest standards of excellence. Our rigorous quality assurance checks, performed by experienced accessibility professionals and post-production experts, ensure that your content is of the utmost quality. With ICS, you can trust that your audience experiences equal access and inclusion.
Enhancing Accessibility: Media Content
Enrich cultural experiences by incorporating audio descriptions that provide depth to artistic presentations.
Immerse viewers in captivating narratives with audio descriptions that enhance the understanding of visual content.
Showcase products and instructions to a diverse audience by incorporating audio descriptions, enhancing accessibility and reach.
Elevate cinematic experiences with audio descriptions in films, movies, ensuring every audience member appreciates visual imagery.
Audio Description Voiceover:
Language Catalog
Tailoring Inclusive Viewing Experiences
Voiceover Gender: You can choose the gender of the voiceover artist or automation for your AD asset. This option allows for a tailored listening experience that aligns with the preferences of the target audience or the creative vision of the content.
Voiceover Accent: You can opt for a specific accent for the voiceover artist or automation for your AD product. This choice can add cultural nuances or familiarity to the content, enhancing the overall viewing experience.
Human vs. Automated: Choose between human or automated voiceover for your AD project based on budget and timeline. Human voiceovers convey the emotions and nuances in the content but take more time for recording. Automated options are cost-effective, quick, and customizable in terms of voice tone, pitch, and speed; but lack emotional depth.
Integrated vs. Pause-Coordinated: Choose between integrated or pause-coordinated audio descriptions to sync with your visual content. Integrated AD blends smoothly with the original audio and is timed to coincide with relevant visual cues. Pause-coordinated AD inserts during gaps, preserving the original audio.
Crafting Quality Audio Descriptions:
Clarity and Accuracy
At Inclusive Communication Services, we take pride in our meticulous service process for creating audio descriptions. Our dedicated team of accessible media professionals and voiceover artists are well-versed in serving individuals with visual impairments, ensuring that every description is accurate, intelligible, and culturally appropriate. Quality assurance checks are an integral part of our process, guaranteeing the excellence of our audio description assets. These QA checks encompass thorough reviews by experienced accessibility professionals and post-production experts to ensure clarity and precision.
From Concept to Delivery
Consultation: We begin your audio description voiceover project by understanding your project’s goals, target audience, and customization preferences, ensuring a tailored approach that aligns with your vision.
Transcription: Our team carefully selects an AD professional who possesses the necessary experience and expertise to transcribe the content’s visual information.
Recording and Post-Production: Our professional recording and post-production teams ensure professional-quality AD voiceovers that integrate with your content according to your preferences.
Quality Assurance: Each AD voiceover undergoes rigorous quality checks to guarantee accuracy, completeness, clarity, and overall excellence.
Delivery: Your final, polished audio description asset is delivered promptly, ready to captivate and engage a wider audience.
Request a Quote for Your Audio Description Project
Requesting a quote for audio description services from ICS is a straightforward process. We understand that each project is unique, so we tailor our quotes to your specific needs. Simply contact us by calling (347) 927-5770, emailing accessiblemedia@inclusiveasl.com, or completing the quote request form on our website. Please provide essential details such as the source language, target language, subject matter, content duration, desired turnaround time, and any additional requirements. Our team will promptly provide you with a customized quote within a couple hours, ensuring a seamless and hassle-free experience.
Additional Accessible Media Services
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Excellence with Audio
Description for the Blind
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