Maker Studios Content Lands on RTL II YOU

LONDON: Disney Germany has signed a deal with RTL II to air a collection of short-form content produced in partnership with Maker Studios on RTL II YOU.

The agreement comprises more than 150 videos, including three original series, which will be produced by Disney/Maker Studios and new talent. All programming will be available on RTL II’s new digital platform RTL II YOU.

The original series are Kati’s Bucket List with DominoKati, which sees a YouTube vlogger work her way through her bucket list; Mystery Unboxing with Snukieful, in which the titular YouTuber receives bizarre packages from around the world; and Diana Gives a Makeover with Diana zur Löwen, following the Cologne-based style expert as she helps fans achieve a special look.

In addition to these exclusive productions, the agreement includes high-reach licensed content such as the YouTube channels Bodykiss, Jonah Pschl, Lena Vanilla, Mamiseelen, Reyst and Saskiasbeautyblog.

Bernhard Glöggler, the VP and head of Disney Media Distribution at The Walt Disney Company GSA, commented: “Working in creative collaboration with the Maker Studios creators and RTL II, we are producing and launching some exciting and fresh new programming to appeal to RTL II YOU’s younger audiences.”

Christian Nienaber, the executive VP of digital at RTL II, added: “Disney’s Maker Studios has an impressive track record of creating attractive content for audiences, including the young female demographic that fits perfectly with what RTL II YOU is all about.”