FACULTY OF THE YEAR 2026 · PHOTO-OP CONCEPTS

MOMENTS WORTHY OF YOUR FACULTY

01Concepts

THE CONCEPTS

Three distinct photo-op concepts for Faculty of the Year — each engineered to put your honorees and the University of Phoenix brand in the best possible light. A featured lead view plus alternate angles for every option.

Dimensional Photo Op
Dimensional Photo Op concept — University of Phoenix Faculty of the Year backdrop
Option 01
Faculty + University, one frame

A layered, dimensional set that showcases the University and its honorees in one balanced frame. Sculpted red columns frame a clean center wall — a striking, on-brand backdrop that draws the eye and makes every Faculty of the Year photo feel like a feature.

Dimensional Photo Op — straight-on hero wall
Straight-on hero wall
Dimensional Photo Op — three-quarter perspective
Three-quarter perspective
Magazine Cover
Magazine Cover photo op concept — University of Phoenix
Option 02
Be the cover star

Get ready for your close-up. This interactive photo op puts every attendee on the front cover of the University of Phoenix magazine. A clear acrylic front with layered graphics adds real depth, while curtained doors on either side keep the line moving and the experience effortless.

Magazine Cover — cover graphic and masthead
Cover graphic & masthead
Magazine Cover — acrylic depth with curtained doors
Acrylic depth, curtained doors
Stage Presence
Stage Presence photo op concept — University of Phoenix
Option 03
Step into the limelight

Step into the limelight. Honorees gather their colleagues and capture a photo they’ll cherish. The width and depth of this open three-wall set lend themselves perfectly to larger groups or a single standout.

Stage Presence — three-wall stage head-on
Three-wall stage, head-on
Stage Presence — wide angle for groups
Wide angle for groups
02Team

Leadership &
deep expertise

"Stress-free" means nothing until you know exactly who owns your outcome. For you, that is one person — with a deep bench behind him.

Richard Payson
Your point of contact
Richard Payson
CEO / Co-Owner

CEO and Co-Owner of Fatfish with 10+ years in AV — including 8 years as lighting designer for The Piano Guys. Richard sets the bar for visually engaging environments and will own your outcome end to end.

Chase Cook
Chase Cook
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Manages events worldwide, known for meticulous planning and thriving under pressure when show day turns.

Isaac Gonzalez
Isaac Gonzalez
CMO / Founder

Built Fatfish into a standout in experience design for clients like Adidas, Meta, and Amazon. Serves on Salt Lake's Culture Core board.

Cynthia Wainscott
Cynthia Wainscott
Creative Director

8 years making scenic dreams real across every medium — experiences built to stick with you for life.

Pete Bordass
Pete Bordass
Account Executive

Certified Project Manager with deep experience in live music, corporate events, and trade shows. Your calm-in-a-crisis lead, by your side every step of the way.

Ben Bielefeld
Ben Bielefeld
DIRECTOR OF PRODUCTION

With Fatfish since 2014; production manager and audio engineer for The Piano Guys. Blends creativity and precision for standout events.

Bubba Palmer
Bubba Palmer
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Immersive-tech specialist; former Head Carpenter for the Lindsey Stirling Tour. Specializes in turning your ideas into reality.

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fatfishmedia.com · June 2026