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Amplifying voices.

We don't just manage projects—we bring bold ideas to life. From world-class festivals to breakthrough creative ventures, we're your partners in turning vision into reality with a splash of fun and a dash of innovation.

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OUR FAVORITE PROJECTS

Showcasing
Creativity

Fish & Friends collaborates with exceptional minds across the creative spectrum, from music to animation, producing award-winning projects while fostering a fun and dynamic work environment.

Animation,
Unhinged

Nouns Fest funds 1M+ in Short Films + hosts Screening Festival at United Theatre in Los Angeles.

Creative, Forensic + Bespoke Music Publishing

Sundae Songs hands-on approach to protecting songs and song writers provides protection and flexibility, regardless of genre.

Beauitful
Physical Objects

The JuJu Exchange hand numbered spot-gloss and embossed limited edition Vinyl Me Please exclusive to launch their debut album.

Free Glasses
For Kids

Nouns, with partners Sight For All United and Vision to Learn deliver free glasses to kids in need.

Award Winning Creativity

Grammy(r) winners Nate Fox & Nico Segal partner with WAN & Concord Records to deliver a vinyl package combining music and visual art receiving a Grammy(R) Best Recording Package nomination.

Refreshed,
Revived

Handels Ice Cream, founded in 1945, steps into the 21st Century with a refresh look across site designs, window materials, paper goods, advertising and more.

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BOLD IDEAS

Nouns Fest '24

A groundbreaking celebration of animation, blending creative freedom with Web3 innovation.

By harnessing Nouns DAO’s decentralized funding model and open IP, the festival empowers animators to explore bold new ideas. It’s a one-of-a-kind event where artists retain full control of their work, making Nouns Fest a model for the future of community-driven creativity.

$1M+

Nouns DAO grant pool

400+

animator submissions

50

selected animators

$7-20k

granted per film

1200+

Nouns NFT characters

Find the Nouns online!

Boundless Imagination

The Visionaries Powering Nouns Fest

Nouns Fest isn’t just another festival—it’s the product of a daring collaboration between some of the most innovative minds in the world of animation and Web3. Co-founded by award-winning animator Eric Towner, veteran industry executive Walter Newman, and a powerhouse team that includes Joshua Fisher, Goldy, Joel Cares, and Chris Waters, Nouns Fest was born from a shared belief in total creative freedom. Together with the Nouns DAO community, they’ve created an unprecedented platform where animators can push the boundaries of their craft with no restrictions, all while retaining full rights to their work—setting the stage for a new era in animation.

Where Animation Breaks Free

Unleashing Creativity in Los Angeles

Since its launch in 2023, Nouns Fest has grown into a premier destination for cutting-edge animation. Held on October 10th, 2024, at the iconic United Theater in Downtown L.A., the multi-day festival brought together over 600 attendees to experience 50 original animated shorts funded by a $1M+ grant pool. From claymation to puppetry, to experimental mixed media, Nouns Fest challenges creators to dream bigger and weirder, all while weaving in the quirky essence of Nouns NFTs. With no strings attached, animators retain full creative control and ownership of their work, making Nouns Fest a hotbed for innovation and artistic freedom. It’s more than just a festival—it’s a playground for boundary-pushing animation and the future of independent storytelling.

Championing the Boldest Visions

Award-Winning Creators at Nouns Fest

Nouns Fest 2024 received over 500 submissions from talented animators around the globe, with 50 animators selected to bring their imaginative ideas to life. Each creator was granted between $7,500 and $20,000 to produce shorts that ran anywhere from 30 seconds to five minutes. The only requirement? Incorporate a Noun NFT character into the story. The Animation Excellence award went to David Lauer for Decapitation Vacation, a hilariously surreal take on virtual vacations. Other award winners include Millie Holten’s Midnight Kiss, which charmed its way to Best Short Short, and Mike Greaney’s The Holy Nountain, a bizarre and brilliant journey, which claimed Best Tall Short. These animators are now at the forefront of a new wave of independent creators, poised to inspire the future of animation.

Bringing Nouns Fest to Life

Donald Faison & Stoopid Buddy Stoodios

Donald Faison, best known for his role on “Scrubs,” brought his infectious energy and love for animation to Nouns Fest as the event’s host. Having previously worked with Stoopid Buddy Stoodios—the team behind “Robot Chicken”—Faison was the perfect fit to lead the event. Stoopid Buddy, known for its groundbreaking stop-motion work, contributed three original animated shorts made exclusively for the festival. Together, Faison and Stoopid Buddy Stoodios added their signature blend of humor and creativity, making Nouns Fest a celebration of animation's boundless potential.

Creative & Operational Powerhouse Behind Nouns Fest

Orchestrating Nouns Fest from Start to Finish

Fish & Friends, le by Josh Fisher and Hannah Crabtree, played an essential role in making Nouns Fest a reality. Initially brought on for project management, their involvement grew to include operations, account management, and even producing a few of the festival’s animated shorts. From managing animator relationships to balancing the creative and financial sides of the festival, Fish & Friends ensured that every aspect of the event ran smoothly and supported the Nouns Fest's vision of creative freedom.

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2024 Nouns Fest October 10 Award Winner
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Nouns Fest + Meet & Greet | Oct 10 2024

Nouns Fest in the media

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What We Do

Brand Strategy & Creative Direction

Fostering creative ideas and bringing them to life is our passion. We love thinking outside of the box to pinpoint strategies that will make you stand out and feel proud.

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Project Management & Operational Excellence

Sure, coming up with crazy ideas is fun but without organization they will remain just that, ideas.

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Digital Marketing & Campaign Management

There are so many strategizes and partnerships available, how do you know what's right for you? We'll help you identify what's working in the market and manage your execution plan.

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Creative Production

Let's make impactful art so those strategies actually connect. We love artists and speak their language.

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Client Relationship Management 

Like we said, we love connecting great people and setting them free but having a trusted intermediary who is paying attention can be a life saver.

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Growth Strategy

Using every possible lever available to give audience the chance to say yes to great works is what we're all about.

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ABOUT

Fun with Fish & Friends

Fish & Friends was founded by Josh Fisher but really it's about all the people that have orbited around and contributed towards ignoring the odds and doing great things.

Building the best Holiday Party list in the world isn't easy, but somebody's got to do it.

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Got a big idea?

Let's jump in together and make a big splash.

Josh Fisher Fish And Friends
Joshua Fisher,
Founder & Owner
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Hannah Crabtree
President
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Kyro Wolf
Artist & Illustrator

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