Brandon Bishop
@brandonbishop
I build data-driven operational tools, policy analysis, and visual stories across international contexts.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I've built automated pricing-data workflows through Brandon Bishop Analytics, using Python to collect, clean, and analyze large-scale market data. I evaluate models through backtesting, Brier score, MAE, and risk-adjusted profitability analysis.
At Amazon Germany, I automated 10 Excel VBA processes that saved 287+ hours per week and an estimated €613,860 annually. I also created a KPI dashboard adopted across five stations and mentored a Delivery Service Partner to improve operational performance.
With the U.S. Mission to Yemen, I conducted Arabic- and English-language OSINT and prepared reporting materials on human rights, labor, and political-economic developments. My work has also included field research with Grameen Bank and data-informed outreach support at Rockbridge Area Relief Association.
Alongside analytics, I build visual storytelling projects through freelance photography, maintaining a JavaScript and Astro portfolio site and producing photo and video content for clients.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Independent Quantitative Analyst
Brandon Bishop Analytics
Oct 2025 - Present (10 months)
Built automated Python workflows to collect, clean, and analyze large-scale pricing data across multiple markets. Evaluated model performance using backtesting, Brier score, MAE, and risk-adjusted profitability analysis.
Freelance Photographer & Visual Storyteller
Brandon Bishop Photography
Dec 2023 - Present (2 years 8 months)
Built and maintained a portfolio website using JavaScript, Astro, and AI-assisted development workflows. Communicated with clients to define project goals, coordinate shoots, manage expectations, and deliver final visual assets.
Development Intern
Grameen Bank
Jun 2025 - Aug 2025 (2 months)
Conducted field visits with rural borrowers, branch staff, and program managers to analyze microfinance support systems. Researched digital transformation, CSR, and social business models through meetings with Grameen leadership.
Economic and Political Analyst Intern
U.S. Mission to Yemen – U.S. Department of State
Sep 2024 - Aug 2025 (11 months)
Conducted Arabic- and English-language OSINT to identify politically and economically significant incidents in Yemen. Prepared text for inclusion in Congressionally mandated reporting on critical topics, such as the 2024 Child Labor Report.
Automated 10 processes in Excel VBA, saving 287+ hours/week and an estimated €613,860 annually in labor costs. Created an Excel VBA KPI dashboard adopted regionally across 5 stations.
Helpline Volunteer
Rockbridge Area Relief Association (RARA)
Sep 2022 - Apr 2024 (1 year 7 months)
Supported distribution of over $30,000/month in emergency assistance while handling sensitive client information. Processed 500+ client records in Apricot, improving data quality for housing, food, and utility assistance programs.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Washington and Lee University
Bachelor of Arts, Computer Science
Grade: 3.7/4.0
Activities and societies: Truman Scholarship Finalist; Gilman Scholar; QuestBridge; CBYX-YP; International Immersion Certificate
Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science with a minor in Arabic. Honors include Truman Scholarship Finalist, Gilman Scholar, QuestBridge, CBYX-YP, and International Immersion Certificate.
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Location
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