I’m a Sport Psychologist by profession and after my father died in early 2020, I started working on some creative projects, initially to help manage my grief.
The creative outlet has been quite enjoyable for me, so I continued.
My body of work includes:
-A trilogy of animated feature-length screenplays, with a self-published accompanying children’s book and a proof-of-concept animatic based on the first screenplay. (I have song lyrics and have some very rough mockups of possible melodies, too)
(I imagine this trilogy as theatrical animated features, each with a distinct tone and world-building aesthetic, while forming a cohesive arc across the trilogy.)
-A live-action horror screenplay.
-Four completed seasons of an animated television series.
-A live action screenplay about a youth athlete who is pushed by his parents to do sports.
In progress
-An animated feature screenplay unrelated to any of my previous works.
-A musical sequel to Wicked: the musical.
I am seeking collaborators in the entertainment industry as I work towards getting them developed.
Anybody interested in collaborating?
Thanks!
Hi, Justin Tausig! Great to meet you. Welcome to the community. My condolences to you and your family.
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Wow Justin! Sounds like you awakened to a gift to make daddy proud. Post some content for us to enjoy too and welcome!
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Hi Justin Tausig, welcome. I’m Ashley, Head of Community here at Stage 32, and thank you for sharing such a personal origin story. Turning grief into creativity is powerful, and it’s clear you’ve channeled that energy into something special.
Given your focus on animation, I’d strongly recommend spending time in the Animation Lounge (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/animation). That’s where you’ll find directors, animators, producers, and writers who understand the realities of developing animated features and series. Regular engagement there can help you find collaborators who speak the same language creatively and practically.
If you’re looking for industry-facing traction, the Writer’s Room can also be a valuable next step. It offers open writing assignments, live Zoom sessions with working executives and producers, and a supportive network of serious writers. It’s a strong environment for refining material and building relationships. You can explore a free month here:
https://www.stage32.com/writers-room/plans-vip
And when you’re ready to think strategically about development partners, packaging, or curated introductions, our Success Team can help guide you toward producers and executives aligned with animation and family content. You can reach them at Success@Stage32.com.
Looking forward to seeing you connect and build the right creative partnerships.