24994J 5552 Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 I've got caps in a bit, but WOW. Possibly the best in the market. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-172957 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Russell 25 Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 Best set in the market it beats even WLS But we have to remember WFLD has the second highest budget behind WLS so its no suprise they have a nice set its the best looking out of all the FOX O&Os with the exception of WOFL and WAGA i guess Do they have a weather center on set? I see him at the green screen but i dont see the weather center did they throw the weather stuff in the back room other than that the set looks great Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-172960 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 1042 Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 I've got caps in a bit, but WOW. Possibly the best in the market. I'm going to go ahead and give it to them (best in the market). I was afraid that that was a two-person anchor desk (I hate those), but glad to know it's not. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-172970 Share on other sites More sharing options...
24994J 5552 Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 I'm going to go ahead and give it to them (best in the market). I was afraid that that was a two-person anchor desk (I hate those), but glad to know it's not. Fox's is brighter and cleaner, but I give 7 a handicap for doing all they did in that tight space. To me, the two stations are 1A and 1B. Very well done by WFLD. 5 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-172975 Share on other sites More sharing options...
24994J 5552 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-172979 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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ChiCubsFan 34 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 No "Weather Center" - I wonder if the weather office is staying in the newsroom closet. 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-172983 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicago News Boy 34 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 I'll honestly admit that I'm not a fan at all. It's too generic looking. There's nothing that pops on it. Just mega screens with a 90's frame. Just my opinion. 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-172987 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicago News Boy 34 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 The area to the right looks identical to WLS' weather center. 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-172988 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie56 3293 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 Ooh. Me likey. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-172990 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ns8401 940 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 My what a small... um... desk.... 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-172991 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Russell 25 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 You guys are just biased towards WFLD its bright and modern what do you guys want a dungen like KTLAs set and yes the weather centers probably in a corner in tge newsroom unless they plan on assembling the old weather center in the newsroom or putting it uo where the 3x3 is now they dont need it now they have plenty in the main studio and for the record Tribune media has the cheapest looking sets ie WPIX And its tied for the first best set in the market with WLS. WMAQ is a close third their set is really nice especially with the updated weather center. WBBM is cramped they have like one stand up area at least they have a weather center now and I guess WGN is gonna get another 10 years out of their set with doing a total update to the weather office And what do you mean small desk Jeff Dawn Bill and Lou can sit at the desk a 5th person couldnt fit but what do you want a giant desk like KGO get with the times the current sets are little to no wood all monitor the retro looking panels is unique nit the standard blue paneling or wood and the worst fox updated sets are WTVT and WJBK its detroit but still Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-172994 Share on other sites More sharing options...
former newsboy 52 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 What average viewer is going to notice this? I mean it's not ugly but it's just not exciting. At all. It's a news set, that's about it. A 1995 news set. And that desk may not technically be a two-seater, but it's as close as you can get to one - you can see the weather & sports guys' chairs and lower bodies for Pete's sake. I was watching at 5 to see if it might debut and all I can say is major yawn as far as I'm concerned. Other than that, nice! LOL 3 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-172999 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Russell 25 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 I disagree about the set they could make some of the graphics cleaner but the set itself is nice and at least their not standing or in high chairs that is the trend at FOX now Side note i see they have LED lighting I get it now the desk is small so Bill and Lou etc can stand up before weather segments etc without always having to sit down but big enough for things like closings Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-173002 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicago News Boy 34 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 What average viewer is going to notice this? I mean it's not ugly but it's just not exciting. At all. It's a news set, that's about it. A 1995 news set. And that desk may not technically be a two-seater, but it's as close as you can get to one - you can see the weather & sports guys' chairs and lower bodies for Pete's sake. I was watching at 5 to see if it might debut and all I can say is major yawn as far as I'm concerned. Other than that, nice! LOL Completely agree! I'm just waiting for somebody to go flying backwards off of that one person, piece of plastic desk... the 2009 set can come back now. 2 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-173005 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 1042 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 My what a small... um... desk.... I would agree that the platform itself could be larger to allow them to spread out more, but what can you do. It's not like the previous desk was the gold standard of anchor desks. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-173008 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Russell 25 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 No ones fell off WBBMs anchor desk they'll be fine Completely agree! I'm just waiting for somebody to go flying backwards off of that one person, piece of plastic desk... the 2009 set can come back now. 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-173009 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicago News Boy 34 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 I think the old desk would look better than that. They have to sit on stools bc if you put a regular chair there, Lou and bill would half to hang off the platform just to fit. I doubt they keep that desk very long. We'll see though. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-173010 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Russell 25 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 I think they will change the desk as well A desk like WBZs. 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-173011 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 1042 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 No "Weather Center" - I wonder if the weather office is staying in the newsroom closet. We have to wait until the morning to see if there's a weather center/desk for sure. Plus, we get to see what the interview area looks like as well. I think the old desk would look better than that. They have to sit on stools bc if you put a regular chair there, Lou and bill would half to hang off the platform just to fit. I doubt they keep that desk very long. We'll see though. My guess is that the stools are easier to get in/out of and can be tucked under the desk out of view (which if you watched the 9, you would have noticed they didn't tuck Bill's stool all the way in/remove it completely). 4 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-173012 Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianpr3 178 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 this is nice, atleast it doesn't have that big tablet on the desk like houston does 5 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-173040 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spring Rubber 700 Posted May 9, 2017 Author Share Posted May 9, 2017 I'm a bit bored of full-screen video walls as the main backdrop for sets. WMAQ, WLS, and WFLD might as well all have the same set. You can just change the video source, and voila! Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-173053 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ns8401 940 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 I would agree that the platform itself could be larger to allow them to spread out more, but what can you do. It's not like the previous desk was the gold standard of anchor desks. No, I just like not seeing the chairs and legs at the ends... it looks crammed in there and uncomfortable... Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-173060 Share on other sites More sharing options...
brb588 102 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 It's alright. Lots and lots of screens. I see those tacky ass lights above the stand up area are still there. Did anyone see a weather center this morning? Also, any interview areas or are they going to still use that windowed room? I still the WLS does it the best in the market. I pass by the building everyday on my way home from work. Bill Bellis is generally outside doing a segment and he always wears sneakers during the broadcast. I thought it was a little odd when I saw him some dress shoes; that desk won't let him hide. 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-173066 Share on other sites More sharing options...
24994J 5552 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 What I saw of GDC this morning, there doesn't appear to be a weather center. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/18/#findComment-173068 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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