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The Life of Black Scholar Dr. Marvin Dunn by NBC-6

In a compelling collaboration at NBC-6 in South Florida, news anchor Trina Robinson approached
Frank Adelson to put together a special feature on Dr. Marvin Dunn, a civil rights advocate with a remarkable life journey. Frank felt a strong sense of responsibility in telling Dr. Dunn’s story, and worked tirelessly to cut hours of archival and interview footage into an impactful narrative. Read on to hear Frank’s experience crafting the segment, and see how his passion for storytelling led to the project winning the 2024 Award of Excellence in Innovation & Achievement – Innovation & Strategic: Achievement – Social Impact.

What was the biggest challenge in editing this story?
We were on a tight deadline, and I worked nearly 20 hours straight to ensure every detail was precise, ethical, and visually stunning. My dedication stems from a commitment to journalistic ethics—every story I edit deserves the utmost care, integrity, and authenticity.

Anchor Trina Robinson also shared her experience collaborating with Frank:
“For the past 26 years, I’ve had the incredible honor and pleasure of working with Frank. Out of dozens of editors on staff, I chose him because of his creativity, devotion, and unmatched work ethic.

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