Videos I’ve Made

Here are a few of the videos I’ve made through the years.

2024

Primarily working as a video editor and motion graphics designer. Occasionally, I’ll write the scripts.

Why Ireland is Divided [Editor]

Cyber Warfare, Explained

2023

Worked as a writer, editor, animator, or all three, depending on the piece.

Submarine Cables and the Rise of Mass Surveillance

Prigozhin’s big mistake [Editor]

Who Really Got to the North Pole First?

Submarines are WAY Scarier than You Think…Here’s Why [Editor, Animator]

2022

In 2022 I took the leap into freelance again. The year started with some independent pieces which landed me my dream job.

What’s Really Happening in the Bermuda Triangle

8 Mostly Forgotten Mythical Beasts

Why are Medieval Maps so Weird?

The First Transit Map

Origin of the World Map

2021

In 2021, I worked largely as a producer and coordinated releasing a video every single week. These are some of my favorites.

The Birth of Islam: Muhammad and the Jews

The Weird Jewish Hats of Medieval Art

Tel Aviv’s Crazy Mess of a Bus Station

Understanding Israeli Politics

How Israel Reshaped Jewish Culture

2020

In 2020 I transitioned from full time staff to freelance. Here’s a couple pieces I made independently during lockdown.

The “Messiah” who almost brought down Judaism

How the Months Got their Names

2019

BimBam, my home as Senior Video Producer shut down in 2019, but in the race to the finish, I produced the most ambitious series of pieces I’ve ever made.

King David: Shepherd

Bar Kochba: The Worst Jewish Hero Ever

Christianity obviously named for Christ and Buddhism for Buddha. But what about Judaism? Learn how Judaism got its name from Judah, a son of Jacob and a man who would become the leader of an entire nation and eventually a religion.

2017

Made the transition from videos that were mostly animated to ones that were mostly live action mixed with motion graphics.

Great Miracle | Shaboom!

What is Yom Kippur?

What is Rosh Hashanah?

A basic primer on what Rosh Hashanah is, for everyone. This video explains what the holiday is about, how different communities celebrate it, what the special foods and traditions are, and the spiritual connection. A great intro for Jews and non-Jews alike - share with your curious coworker or family member.

What's Different About Tonight? | Shaboom!

The Passover Seder: What to Expect

2016 and Earlier

Directed a children’s cartoon series, developed a web app covered by hundreds of news orgs, and directed more explainer vids than I can keep track of. It all has little to nothing to do with what I’m selling myself as recently. But I’m proud of it. I’ve had the chance to work on and create some really cool stuff and I’m grateful for that.

Hero Heart | Shaboom!

Ometz lev means courage of the heart. Watch Gabi and Rafi courageously explain ometz lev in this episode of Shaboom! Have no fear, Shaboom! is here! In Shaboom! episode 7 kids learn all about ometz lev - courage of the heart. Courage isn't about not being afraid, it is about doing things even though we ARE afraid.
12 videos about Jewish death and mourning rituals: https://www.bimbam.com/judaism-101/jewish-mourning/ In Judaism, traditions around death have two purposes - to comfort the living, and to show respect for the dead. Understanding some of the more nuanced Jewish traditions and rituals for caring for a body before the funeral may help provide some support in a grieving process.
"Sacred Guardian" is song inspired by Psalm 1 - part of The Psalms. We invited poets to interpret the Biblical psalm of their choice, and then we animated the most compelling entries. Lyrics below!