B.Dumas Online

Thank you for visiting B.Dumas Online, my digital portfolio. Take a look around and enjoy the selected photography work, video projects I've produced, shot and edited, on-air/hosting clips, & press mentions. I hope you enjoy! Please direct inquiries to: [email protected]

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How to test a quantum processor

Jerry Chow, IBM Fellow and Director of Quantum Systems, walks us through the IBM Quantum characterization lab, where quantum chips – like Falcon and Heron – and the systems that power them are tested before deployment. In this tour, Chow shows us the evolution of the underlying system technology that allows researchers to accurately test and scale #quantum processor performance. We also visit quantum researcher Daniela Bogorin for an introduction of the ultra-cold (15 millikelvin) dilution refrigerator where she and her team can accurately capture quantum processor key performance indicators – like qubit frequency, qubit coherence and flux coupler tuning, among others – to determine readiness for client system deployment.

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How to test a new AI chip

So your team of semiconductor researchers have designed and built a brand new type of chip that has the potential to be far more efficient for AI computations. But how do they test that it actually works like they intended? That’s where IBM Research Hardware Engineer JohnDavid Lancaster comes in. In this behind-the-scenes look at his lab in Yorktown Heights, he demonstrates his team tests and validates the “power budget” — a “wattage-to-inference” ratio — of IBM’s latest AIU (Artificial Intelligence Unit) chips, which were specifically designed and optimized for AI applications. “One of the key reasons you would use our AIU card is the super low power for how many inferences you’re able to compute.” Lancaster shows how mapping the voltage of the entire card can ultimately help inform sustainable (low-power) encoder and decoder model design.

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What you can only see under a scanning electron microscope

Have you ever wondered what a blade of grass looks like up close? Or did you know that there’s actually a statue of Abraham Lincoln on the U.S. penny? With scanning electron microscopes (SEMs), you see down to this minute level. Come explore our lab at IBM Research where we use SEMs so accurate that they use beams of electrons to create images of objects 50,000 times smaller than what we can see with our eyes. We use these machines for inspecting tiny imperfections on designs of microchips we’re creating for the future of semiconductors. Tag along as John Ott, a materials researcher at IBM who manages our SEMs at our Yorktown research center, tours one of the labs — and shows us that tiny Lincoln.

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The future of computer chips is being built in Albany, NY

The COVID 19 pandemic directly and indirectly affected our lives in a number of ways. Supply chains and manufacturing were some of the sectors around the world that were impacted as a result. These factors impacted chips manufacturing and impacted consumers in need of everything from electronics to automobiles.

As our devices get smaller and become more powerful, we will need new ways to create chips to handle the increasing needs and for processing capability and more efficient power consumption.

IBM has been a leader in semiconductor for decades, and is positioned to continue that leadership well into the future. The recent pledge by Congress to commit billions towards semiconductor R&D is an important step in bringing more of the semiconductor production process back to US, as it the majority of that work and innovation has been happening in Asia for many years.

My colleagues and I produced a piece for IBM to explain how the company is working on the next era of chip innovation that will power the devices of the future.

I had a great time leading the production crew, organizing the shoots, and handling all of the editing and post production along with my colleague Andrew.

Take a few moments to learn how the chips of the future are being designed by IBM in Albany, NY.

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IBM technology for ESPN Fantasy Football

One of the highlights of my job as Producer and Studio Manager for IBM Research was having the opportunity to work with the legend, Eli Manning to film a series of videos about the IBM technology that powers the ESPN Fantasy Football app.

I hosted Eli and a small production crew in my studio for the day as they produced short for content that explained how technologies such as natural language processing and AI allow fantasy managers to put together winning rosters week after week.

Eli was a class act and spent over 6 hours with us in the studio and elsewhere around the lab. It was definitely an experience I won’t soon forget.

Check out the rest of the videos in the series below:

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Compass Real Estate: 127 Madison Ave #6

What a joy it was to pick up the camera again after a long COVID-induced hiatus on freelance work. I partnered with my friend Jeff Valcourt from Compass to show potential buyers around an awesome unit at 127 Madison Avenue, located in the heart of NOMAD.

A full-floor apartment, with direct elevator access is the epitome of NYC living.

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B. Dumas Aerial Reel

We've all heard the saying "behind every photo there's a great story." Come with me on this journey as I show you the story behind some of my favorite photos. Let's go!

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White Christmas NYC

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Enjoy some lovely sunset scenes of Manhattan while Kenny G serenades us. Happy Holidays everyone!

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Stuart Innis: ‘Boxed’ - Social Media trailer

I recently linked up with my friend Stuart Innis to contribute some visuals for his latest project of new instrumentals called ‘It Is What It Is’. 

Stu added his flavors and combined them with a memorable Mike Tyson sound bite to create what he calls “a dope audio moment in time, featuring one of the greatest to ever step foot inside of a boxing ring.” Enjoy the hits!

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Moxie Knox - Feel Ya' (Nights Like This) [Lyric Video]

It was a tremendous honor to work with the supremely talented Moxie Knox to design the album artwork as well as lend footage for the lyric video for her new single ‘Feel Ya.’

The song is available on all platforms. Listen here!

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#NoLimits - A Family Affair

The last few months at home have blurred the lines between “work family” and traditional family. For Jeremiah and Marcus Jones, those lines don’t exist as this father and son duo are both AUSA employees. In addition to working for the same company, Jeremiah and Marcus along with mom and sister work together to host and produce a monthly show on Roku that’s been gaining traction online. See how the Joneses ‘kick it’ when they’re at home.

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#NoLimits - Easy Rider

In challenging times, it's awesome to see so many of our colleagues rising to the occasion and going the extra mile. It's our people that make the difference. And so we're excited to bring you the next installment of our No Limits video series. 

Meet Tony Watson, who helps keep our facilities in the expansive west region running smoothly. When he’s not on the road for work, he’s traveled over 30,000 miles on his Harley. The definition of driven, take a ride with Tony and learn what “wind therapy” means to him.

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#NoLimits Feature Series - ‘The Inventor’

Meet Eric Zimmerman – part Experience Center Manager, part inventor – whose passion for problem-solving has led him to creating five patents. We chowed down on some wings with his invention, “The Trong,” and chatted about his passion for finding a solution in and out of the workplace. Check it out!

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#NoLimits Feature Series - ‘The Yogi’

We’re back with the second video in our #NoLimits video series, where we’re continuing to highlight those employees whose unique talents and stories make AUSA a special place to work. Up next, meet News 12’s resident yogi Stephanie Rose. See how yoga and meditation makes her a more driven, innovative employee and colleague. Namaste! 🙏

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#NoLimits Feature Series - ‘The Brew Crew’

Our people are what make Altice USA such a special place to work. The #NoLimits video series, highlights some of the people whose unique talents and stories are the heartbeat of the company. First up, meet Jay & Kern from our Marketing team. We raised a glass with them to hear more about their beer vlog and how that creative outlet helps them hold it down while promoting our service to customers. Bottoms up! 🍻

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Astonishing Photos Taken By Drones Show The World As It's Rarely Seen

Thank you to the folks at icepop.com for including an image from my ‘Winter in NYC’ film in their write up about astonishing drone photos!

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Urban Umbrella - The Future of Public Space

Proud to have partnered with Urban Umbrella recently to help tell the story of how they’re changing the scaffolding landscape in NYC. Anyone who’s ever walked around the city can’t help but notice the myriad scaffoldings and construction sites scattered around town and they eyesore they present to pedestrians and business owners alike. 

Urban Umbrella is combatting that with their bright, well-lit structures that are more aesthetically pleasing and more effective deterrents to loitering compared to the traditional setups.