Top Story Abingdon native talks about camera work, composing on new film, 'Found.' Carolyn R. Wilson | For the Washington County News Aug 12, 2020 Aug 12, 2020 Updated Jan 12, 2022 0 1 of 5 Benjamin Dawson is the composer and first assistant cameraman for David Alford's "Found." Contributed Photo Benjamin Dawson (right) claps the slate to start off a scene on the set of David Alford's "Found." Contributed Photo Benjamin Dawson (left) positions a camera on the set of “Found.” The film from director David Alford is currently filming in Abingdon. Contributed Photo Benjamin Dawson is the composer and first assistant cameraman for David Alford's "Found." Contributed Photo Benjamin Dawson (right) claps the slate to start off a scene on the set of David Alford's "Found." Contributed Photo Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Carolyn R. 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