Sambit Biswas

AI-Powered Creative Technologist & Digital Asset Management Specialist

New York, US.

About

Innovative Creative Technologist with a unique blend of expertise in digital asset management, high-volume photography production, and cutting-edge AI/ML application development. Proven ability to streamline complex workflows, manage large-scale digital assets, and lead creative teams, driving efficiency and impactful visual content strategies. Seeking to leverage advanced technical skills and a strong creative vision to develop transformative solutions in a forward-thinking organization.

Work

Contact Sheet App

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Creator/Developer

New York, NY, US

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Summary

Developed an iOS application designed to automate contact sheet creation for film and digital photographers, leveraging generative AI.

Highlights

Engineered and launched a Contact Sheet maker for iOS, significantly streamlining workflow for film and digital photographers.

Utilized Claude Code and Cursor to integrate advanced generative AI capabilities, enhancing efficiency and creative output.

Parsely.us

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Creator/Developer

New York, NY, US

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Summary

Created a web-based recipe simplifier that leverages Generative AI to improve content readability and user experience.

Highlights

Developed Parsely.us, a Recipe Simplifier, that effectively removes unnecessary website bloat from online content.

Implemented Generative AI (Claude Code and Cursor) to enhance content clarity and user accessibility.

Resmatcha

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Creator/Developer

New York, NY, US

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Summary

Designed and built Resmatcha, a platform to assist job seekers in optimizing their resumes for specific roles.

Highlights

Engineered Resmatcha, a web platform providing targeted resume optimization to align with job requirements.

LuminAI

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Creator/Developer

New York, NY, US

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Summary

Rapidly developed a multi-tenant application for AI-generated image management and storage within a 10-day timeframe.

Highlights

Built LuminAI, a multi-tenant application, in 10 days utilizing Claude Code for efficient image generation and storage.

Integrated GPT-Image-1 to enable AI-powered image creation and management, demonstrating rapid development capabilities.

Various AI/ML Projects

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Developer

New York, NY, US

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Summary

Developed over 20 diverse applications, including tools for invoice management, digital asset management, and image sharing, showcasing broad technical versatility.

Highlights

Spearheaded development of 20+ specialized applications, including an Invoice Manager, Digital Asset Manager, and Photo Editor app.

Designed and implemented an Image Sharing website, demonstrating full-stack development and project lifecycle management.

David Yurman via The Commercial Art Lab

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Digital Asset Manager & Photo Editor

New York, NY, US

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Summary

Led digital asset management and photo editing operations, optimizing workflows and managing high-volume merchandise photography for David Yurman's e-commerce platform.

Highlights

Developed and implemented advanced workflows for David Yurman's merchandise photography, enhancing efficiency and meeting strict deadlines.

Oversaw the management of over 60,000 digital assets, utilizing Python scripts and custom applications for streamlined operations.

Managed a cross-functional team of 4 retouchers and 3 photographers, ensuring high-quality output and adherence to production schedules.

Directed seasonal photo shoots to accelerate production workflows and conducted comprehensive photo research, improving content delivery speed.

Various Publications

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Press & Campaign Photographer/Videographer for Prateek Kuhad

New York, NY, US

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Summary

Captured and produced press and campaign content for Prateek Kuhad, resulting in widespread publication across major international media outlets.

Highlights

Achieved extensive media coverage for Prateek Kuhad's campaigns, with photographs published in Rolling Stone, BBC, Vogue, and Huffpost.

Secured placements in 8+ international publications including LA Weekly, Grazia India, and Platform Magazine, amplifying artist visibility.

Behno

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Photographer

New York, NY, US

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Summary

Executed end-to-end photography, editing, and color grading for over 400 e-commerce units, contributing to visual content for an independent handbag label.

Highlights

Photographed, edited, and color-graded over 400 product units, enhancing visual appeal for the e-commerce store of an independent handbag label.

Conceptualized and executed impactful on-body and body form photoshoots for e-commerce, look books, and ad campaigns, driving brand aesthetic.

Vista Imaging Group

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Photo and Print Editor

New York, NY, US

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Summary

Managed high-quality C-Print production and coordinated workflow for high-value clients and photographers.

Highlights

Produced high-quality, hand-printed C-Prints from film negatives for high-value clients and professional photographers.

Coordinated seamlessly with print, mounting, and installation teams to ensure expedited workflow and timely project delivery.

Elle Magazine

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Assistant Photographer

New York, NY, US

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Summary

Provided comprehensive studio lighting, on-site technical, and post-production support for a high-profile August 2019 cover shoot with Tan France.

Highlights

Provided critical studio lighting assistance and on-site technical support for the August '19 cover shoot featuring Tan France.

Contributed to post-production efforts, ensuring high-quality imagery for a major fashion publication.

Education

School of Visual Arts

New York, NY, United States of America
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BFA Photography & Video Grade:

Courses

Silas Rhodes Scholarship Recipient ($50,000)

Awards

Silas Rhodes Scholarship

School of Visual Arts

Awarded a $50,000 scholarship for exceptional academic and artistic merit in Photography & Video.

Publications

Rolling Stone

Penske Media Corporation

Photographs published for Prateek Kuhad campaign.

BBC

British Broadcasting Corporation

Photographs published for Prateek Kuhad campaign.

Vogue

Condé Nast

Photographs published for Prateek Kuhad campaign.

LA Weekly

LA Weekly

Photographs published for Prateek Kuhad campaign.

Grazia India

Worldwide Media Pvt. Ltd.

Photographs published for Prateek Kuhad campaign.

Huffpost

BuzzFeed, Inc.

Photographs published for Prateek Kuhad campaign.

Platform Magazine

Platform Magazine

Photographs published for Prateek Kuhad campaign.

Skills

Creative Tech & Generative AI

Cursor, Windsurf, Claude Code, Manage 4 Servers (3 on prem, 1 VPS), Ollama, Gemini CLI, Command Line Tools, Generative Python Scripts, NextJS, Node.js, TypeScript, JavaScript, OpenAI AI SDK, Vercel AI SDK, OpenAI, Runway, Google Veo, BFL.ai, Self-hosted AI, ComfyUI, SDXL, Flux Models, Docker Compose, OrbStack, Portainer, Linux-based OSes.

Digital Asset Management (DAM)

n8n, Make.com, FileMaker, Zapier, Notion, Airtable, Creative Force, Frame.io, Chronosync, Better Rename, Goodsync, TidyUp, Workflow Automation, Network Management, Storage Solutions, Archive Management.

Photography & Video Expertise

Medium Format Photography, 35mm Photography, Film Photography, Phase One, Hasselblad, Canon, Leica, Pentax 67, Mamiya RZ67, Toyo View, Field Cameras, Digital Video, Film Video (Super 8, 16mm), Blackmagic, Sony FS, Canon C, Culling, Retouching, Color Grading, Phocus, Capture One Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Photo Mechanic, Lightroom, Final Cut Pro X, DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, Photo Research, Color Managed Archival Inkjet Printing, Darkroom Silver Halide Printing, Color Printing, Enlargers, Drum Scanning, Hasselblad Flextight.

Projects

Nike Jordan Campaign ft. Krool Toys

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Summary

Served as Lead Photographer for a high-profile Nike Jordan campaign in Mumbai, collaborating with Krool Toys.

VSCO Creator Sessions - AAPI Heritage Month

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Summary

Featured photographer for VSCO Creator Sessions, highlighting AAPI Heritage Month.

Fashion Film Festival Milano - Shortlisted Film

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Summary

Directed a short film that was shortlisted for the prestigious Fashion Film Festival Milano.

ShowStudio Showcase Summer 2022 - 1+1=1 (Short Fashion Film)

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Summary

Co-directed a short fashion film that was selected as one of the top 10 from thousands of submissions for review by Nick Knight.

Gully Gang - AFKAP's EP Album Cover

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Summary

Photographed the album cover for AFKAP's EP, which achieved over 1 million streams on Apple Music.