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Josh Staub is an Animation Filmmaker, he worked on Frozen, Big Hero 6, Tangled, Wreck it Ralph, LEO and many more

Nathan Presley, Josh Staub, and Caleb Monroe explore the intersection of faith and creativity. Josh share personal stories of his journeys in the film industry, discussing how his beliefs influence their work and decision-making. The dialogue delves into the creative process, the importance of storytelling, and the role of relationships in defining success. They emphasize the significance of preparation, the impact of the Holy Spirit in creativity, and the need to redefine success beyond accolades, focusing instead on the relationships and experiences that truly matter. In this conversation, Josh Staub discusses the importance of navigating ego and openness in leadership, the connection between storytelling and scripture, and the challenges of balancing personal convictions with career choices. He emphasizes the complexity of multiple callings in life and offers advice for aspiring creatives to actively engage in their craft while waiting for opportunities. Additionally, he shares his current project focused on deaf representation in animation, highlighting the significance of communication and relationships in this endeavor.

Takeaways

The importance of personal stories in creative work.
Faith can guide decision-making in creative careers.
Writing is a deeply personal and cathartic process.
Success is often redefined through relationships and experiences.
Preparation and skill development are crucial for opportunities.
Creative processes can be enhanced through constant communication with God.
Waiting for inspiration can sometimes be a form of procrastination.
The Holy Spirit can play a role in the creative process.
Defining success should focus on impact rather than accolades.
Building relationships is more valuable than achieving fame. Letting go of ego is crucial in leadership.
Openness to others fosters better collaboration.
Storytelling often mirrors the narrative nature of scripture.
Balancing personal convictions with career choices is challenging.
Multiple callings can create tension in one's life.
Waiting for opportunities should be an active process.
Creatives should focus on perfecting their craft while waiting.
It's important to serve a greater purpose in one's work.
Understanding the challenges faced by the deaf community is vital.
Building relationships is key to meaningful projects.

Chapters

• (00:00:00 ) - Josh Staub
• (00:01:04 ) - When Did God Become Real to Josh Dobb?
• (00:04:34 ) - "A Conversation With the Lord"
• (00:10:15 ) - The World's Biggest Scriptwriting Contest
• (00:13:44 ) - What's Your Most Profound Project?
• (00:17:25 ) - How to Write When You're Uninspired
• (00:22:48 ) - Going Into Monk Mode
• (00:23:28 ) - Does the Holy Spirit Play a Role in the Creative Process?
• (00:26:23 ) - How to Get Out of Waiting for the Opportunity
• (00:29:08 ) - Waiting for God's Will
• (00:30:34 ) - Adam Levine on Success and the Gospel
• (00:36:49 ) - Open Dialogue With the Lord
• (00:40:30 ) - The Storyteller's Relationship to Scripture
• (00:44:07 ) - Have You Turned Down Work Because of the Subject Matter?
• (00:47:25 ) - How to Balance Your Calling and Family Life
• (00:53:32 ) - Do You Need Criticism?
• (00:57:56 ) - The Cast of Disney's Deaf Animated Series
• (01:01:44 ) - Mantis Parable
• (01:03:19 ) - The Mantis Parable Ending