Basically the priest facing toward the crucifix, the same direction the lay parishioners are facing.
The priest isn’t management, he’s a union steward. He is one of us and should face God like the rest of us.
Seems like a minor thing.
I like the symbolism of the priest facing the cross. But it would be easier for parishioners to understand him if they can see his face. Especially hard of hearing.
Maybe a compromise? Have the priest face the cross but have a video camera on the priests face blown up for the parishioners to see.