Hi! I'm Michael, an independent filmmaker passionate about creating animation that tells powerful stories. I've worked on various projects, including music videos and feature films, always aiming to push the boundaries of creativity.…

Michael Jacob

Hi! I'm Michael, an independent filmmaker passionate about creating animation that tells powerful stories. I've worked on various projects, including music videos and feature films, always aiming to push the boundaries of creativity.…

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Hi! I’m Michael, an independent filmmaker passionate about creating animation that tells powerful stories. I’ve worked on various projects, including music videos and feature films, always aiming to push the boundaries of creativity.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hebrew (modern)
Fluent

Work Experience

Director at Independent Film 'The One that Drives the Truck'
January 1, 2024 - Present
Currently directing this stop-motion animated film funded by the 'Fata Morgana' Foundation, telling a desert-themed story.
Storyboard Artist at Film 'This City'
January 1, 2023 - October 19, 2025
Worked on storyboarding scenes for the film directed by Amit Ulman.
Co-founder & Curator at Shablulim Cinema Festival
January 1, 2019 - Present
Managed and curated festival promoting independent cinema through screenings in nature.
Project Manager at Negev Animation Incubator WNA
January 1, 2023 - October 19, 2025
Oversaw projects in the animation incubator and produced content at 'The Hive' studio.
Animation Editor at Pil Studio
January 1, 2022 - October 19, 2025
Worked on compositing and editing animations for a TV series on the Baby Channel.

Education

B.F.A. at Sapir College
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023
Advanced Digital Painting Course at Tel Aviv Animation College
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Drawing Studies at HaTachana Studio
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
High School Diploma at Hadarim High School
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education