Vimeo teams up with Disney-owned Maker Studios to launch exclusive content

Vimeo has signed a deal with Maker Studios to create exclusive content from the network’s online video stars. The partnership will see Vimeo funding and distributing original content from Maker creators via Vimeo On Demand throughout 2015. Maker’s 55,000 creators will also get access to the VOD platform and discounted Vimeo PRO accounts. Maker Studios is home to a number of the world’s most popular online stars including Pewdiepie and Epic Rap Battles of History. It was acquired by Disney late last year for over $500 million. Vimeo recently added 4K uploading for PRO accounts and redesigned its mobile site.…



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