When executing a live, global corporate broadcast, every detail matters—from audio clarity and lighting down to the physical desk where presenters sit. For the Microsoft Office Product Group (OPG) All Hands 2026, the goal was to depart from standard corporate presentation formats and deliver a lively, morning news show-style experience to teams across the globe.
To bring that broadcast vision to life within a compact studio footprint, AV Factory partnered with OPG to handle technical execution and custom scenic fabrication. The result was an award-winning production that earned four top industry honors.
The Scenic Challenge: High Impact, Small Footprint
Creating a professional morning-show studio atmosphere requires standard-setting visuals, but space constraints posed a unique challenge. The production stage was set in a smaller room, and the run-of-show demanded fast, mid-event transitions where the floor needed to be cleared instantly for subsequent segments.
Instead of compromising on desk size or visual presence, the scenic team at the AV Factory warehouse engineered a custom solution: a fully modular, two-piece news desk.
Key Design & Fabrication Details:
- Latch & Split System: The desk was built in two distinct sections that locked together seamlessly on camera using quick-release industrial latches.
- Integrated Casters: Smooth-rolling casters allowed stage crew to unlatch the desk and roll either half off-camera in seconds, completely resetting the performance space without missing a beat.
- Handcrafted Aesthetics: Designed to reflect OPG’s brand identity, the desk featured bright company colors, warm wood grain pillars, and an elegant, centered plexiglass logomark that caught the studio lighting perfectly.
Recognized Excellence: 4 Major Industry Awards
The combination of custom scenic engineering, smooth live switching, and high-energy storytelling resonated strongly with both internal audiences and international award panels.
We are honored to share that the OPG All Hands 2026 project took home four prestigious awards:
The Telly Awards
- 🥈 Silver Telly — People’s Telly Award (General Non-Broadcast): Voted on by the public to honor outstanding video projects.
- 🥉 Bronze Telly — Internal Communications: Recognizing excellence in employee engagement and internal messaging.
IABC Gold Quill Awards of Excellence
The International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) awarded its highest tier of honor to the project in two separate categories:
- 🥇 Gold Quill Award of Excellence — AV Production
- 🥇 Gold Quill Award of Excellence — Special & Experiential Events
Watch the Project Highlight Reel
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the setup, fabrication, and broadcast in our official submission video:
▶️ Watch the Submission Video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/a2roib1o1IE
Elevate Your Next Live Broadcast or Event!
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Ready to bring your next event to life? Contact the AV Factory team today to discuss scenic design, live production, and custom event solutions.
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