Disney XD is looking to Maker Studios to help fill its ranks with up-and-coming talent.
The television network and Disney-owned digital network have teamed up to create a new initiative called Disney XD by Maker that will seek out and help develop a new generation of stars and filmmakers for the Disney XD website, app and cable channel.
Disney XD, a basic cable channel that airs programming for boys ages 6 to 11, will work with a number of YouTube creators in the Maker network including gamer CaptainSparklez and toy reviewer EvanTube to incubate their content.
"We're thrilled to collaborate with Maker and warmly welcome some of its brightest stars to the Disney XD family through Disney XD by Maker," said Disney XD general manager Marc Buhaj.
Added Maker chief audience officer Chris M. Williams: "The Disney XD team has incredible vision for embracing this new generation of talent and Disney XD by Maker is a significant commitment to the space.
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