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TOWNSEND DIXEN | Biography
James Townsend Dixen is a cinematographer and camera assistant with a passion for visual creativity and a knack for technical details. Growing up in a military family, Townsend was used to constant changes and learned to quickly adapt to any situation – giving him a positive work-ethic and determination which he now brings to the film industry. Townsend graduated high school early at the age of 16, and graduated from Biola University in 2018 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Cinema & Media Arts.
Taking every opportunity to learn from experience, Townsend has worked on a multitude of projects, from short films to commercial work, music videos, and feature films. Townsend understands the impact that visual media can have and brings a personal commitment to every project. His recent cinematography work includes several notable short films: "Mort." which has received several awards, and "The Legend of King Kang-mi," currently on the festival circuit — as well as numerous commercials and music videos.
Technically astute, creatively energized, and passionately driven, Townsend Dixen strives for nothing less than perfection, making sure every frame tells a story.
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