FEATURED Collaboration: GLEEFUL BEASTS
Fish & Friends Gleeful Beasts Real Time Digital Puppet Comedy

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Gleeful Beasts unites top talent from Sans Strings Studios and Sparklegoose! to pioneer digital puppetry and character animation for film and television.
Client
Gleeful Beasts
INDUSTRY
Creative / Animation
YEAR
2024
LOCATION
Los Angeles, CA
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Gleeful Beasts: Digital Puppetry That Performs

Gleeful Beasts is a sketch comedy show featuring bizarre digital puppets brought to life through real-time animation. The brainchild of creators from Sans Strings Studios and Sparklegoose, these strange and lovable characters are the true stars of the show.

Our role was simply to help these extraordinary creatures find their audience. We provided the digital infrastructure, developed the campaign strategy, and built the growth frameworks that allowed the creative team's vision to shine. By focusing on what made these characters uniquely appealing, we helped connect this wonderfully weird world with viewers who didn't yet know they needed more gleeful chaos in their lives.

1.4M+

Video Views

29k

Subs/Followers

50+

Published Videos

8k+

Video Watch Hours

12-30-24

Launch

Find the Beasts 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.

2024 Nouns Fest October 10 The Nouns Fest Team
2024 Nouns Fest October 10 United Theater
2024 Nouns Fest October 10 Award Winner
2024 Nouns Fest October 10 Stoopid Buddy Stoodios Donald Faison
2024 Nouns Fest October 10 Fish And Friends Josh Fisher Hannah Grabtree
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Everything You Need, One Point of Contact

We handle it all—from initial strategy to final execution and everything in between. Our services span the entire creative and operational spectrum, so you don't have to juggle multiple agencies or freelancers. You focus on the vision... we'll assemble the right team, manage the moving parts, and deliver the results.

Think of it like... C-Suite as a Service

We turn possibilities into cultural moments by uniting visionary thinking with precise execution. Our approach brings fresh energy to brand strategy, creative direction, and growth planning—turning "what if" into "what's next."

Key Services

* Brand Strategy + Creative Direction
* Growth Strategy Development
* Cultural Moment Creation
* Innovation Planning

More than just production—we're your creative catalyst. By activating extraordinary talent at the perfect moment, we amplify existing teams and bridge capability gaps to deliver unforgettable experiences.

Key Services

* Creative Production & Campaign Management
* Digital Marketing & Community Building
* Team Dynamic Enhancement
* Network Activation & Curation

Operational Excellence

We bring structure to creative ambition, ensuring every bold idea has a strong foundation. Our strategic oversight keeps projects moving without losing their creative spark.

Key Services

* Project Vision Alignment
* Process Design & Optimization
* Resource Allocation
* Quality & Impact Assurance

Everything You Need, One Point of Contact

We handle it all—from initial strategy to final execution and everything in between. Our services span the entire creative and operational spectrum, so you don't have to juggle multiple agencies or freelancers. You focus on the vision... we'll assemble the right team, manage the moving parts, and deliver the results.

We turn possibilities into cultural moments by uniting visionary thinking with precise execution. Our approach brings fresh energy to brand strategy, creative direction, and growth planning—turning "what if" into "what's next."

Key Services

* Brand Strategy + Creative Direction
* Growth Strategy Development
* Cultural Moment Creation
* Innovation Planning

More than just production—we're your creative catalyst. By activating extraordinary talent at the perfect moment, we amplify existing teams and bridge capability gaps to deliver unforgettable experiences.

Key Services

* Creative Production & Campaign Management
* Digital Marketing & Community Building
* Team Dynamic Enhancement
* Network Activation & Curation

Operational Excellence

We bring structure to creative ambition, ensuring every bold idea has a strong foundation. Our strategic oversight keeps projects moving without losing their creative spark.

Key Services

* Project Vision Alignment
* Process Design & Optimization
* Resource Allocation
* Quality & Impact Assurance

Think of it like... C-Suite as a Service

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