The trends that drove broadcast design in 2016

Walk and talk

With the combination of the elements in broadcast set design discussed above, producers are also starting to experiment more with “walk and talk” and standing talent positions in studio.

While the “walk and talk” method has been popular for field standups and live shots and certainly isn’t new to the studio, the format seems particularly well suited for showing off large video walls and versatile spaces while also creating a more interactive feel to broadcasts.

Networks have taken note of the concept, with “NBC Nightly News” having anchor Lester Holt take an extended stroll through the network’s new Studio 4E on election night as well as when originating from its home in Studio 3B.

CBS and “Evening News” anchor Scott Pelley have also made more extensive use of the technique, albeit slightly less complex, with its switch to using Studio 57, which it began using on election night and now shares with “CBS This Morning” on a permanent basis.