Yes, Tim Burton was the director and co-writer of The Nightmare Before Christmas. He is also known for other iconic films such as Edward Scissorhands, Batman, Beetlejuice, and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Burton's gothic style and dark humor made him the perfect choice to bring this dark and whimsical story to life. He co-wrote the screenplay with Caroline Thompson, and the film was produced by Walt Disney Pictures.