Barriers in education/work got you down as an ND young adult? In this episode of Adulting with Autism, host April chats accessible design for neurodivergent with Rebecca Prejean, CEO/Founder of E.B. Graphics and Consulting—creating inclusive multimedia (videos/graphics/animations/e-learnings/VR/AR) via UDL/WCAG for corporations/higher ed/nonprofits. As mom to a son with severe hydrocephalus/autism (defied "won't walk/talk" prognosis), Rebecca fights perceptions, boosting revenue/productivity/engagement through accessible experiences for ADHD/autism/dyslexia/special needs.

Key insights:

• Business start: Freelance post-layoff (no degree needed—hard work/upskilling/AI for ideas), networking muscle (volunteer to paid).


• Skills honing: Try all (Google/Udemy/creators), open to tech (AI ideation, not replacement); workshops/monthly for sharpness.


• Imposter/authentic: Fight through (clients want you, not mask); cancel mismatches—resilience from discomfort (homeless/abuse led to success).


• No shortcuts: 10x harder than 9-5; embrace failure/discomfort for longevity (most podcasts/creators fail—work ethic wins).


• Content creation: Custom/retrofit (color changes/screen readers/focus order); companion guides/animations for cognitive ease.


• Higher ed changes: Perception shift (not "defiant"—need clear instructions/accommodations); meet where they are.


• Advice: Freelance side-hustle first; upskill relentlessly (e.g., UCLA extensions); authentic self attracts right clients.

For autistic/ADHD young adults eyeing creative/business paths, Rebecca's story: "Work hard, be open—no paper needed." Launching "The Quirk Factory" podcast next week—follow on LinkedIn/email.

Subscribe for ND career hacks! Rate/review on Podbean/Apple/Spotify. E.B. Graphics: ebgraphicsandconsulting.com. Linktree: (socials/shop/Podbean).

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Episode: Accessible Design for ND with Rebecca Prejean

[00:00 ] Intro: Barriers in ND Education/Work

[00:30 ] Rebecca's Story: Son's Autism to E.B. Graphics Founder

[02:00 ] Business Journey: Freelance/Layoff to Corporate/Higher Ed Consulting

[05:00 ] Skills Honing: No Degree Needed—Upskilling/AI/Networking Muscle

[08:00 ] Imposter/Authentic Self: Fight Through, Cancel Mismatches

[11:00 ] No Shortcuts: Hard Work/Discomfort for Resilience (Failure Lessons)

[14:00 ] Content Creation: Custom Multimedia (Animations/VR, Screen Readers)

[17:00 ] Higher Ed Changes: Perception Shift (Clear Instructions/Accommodations)

[20:00 ] Advice: Side-Hustle Freelance, Be Open/Relentless

[23:00 ] Outro: Takeaways & CTAs

Resources:

• E.B. Graphics & Consulting: ebgraphicsandconsulting.com (services/portfolio)


• LinkedIn: Rebecca Prejean


• Podcast: "The Quirk Factory" (launching soon—Spotify/Apple)


• Linktree: (socials/shop/Podbean)

Subscribe on Podbean/YouTube for ND career tips! Share your upskill win in comments. #NDAccessibleDesign #AutismMultimedia #ADHDBusinessHacks #UDLSpecialNeeds