The duo ran Maker Studios throughout 2009 .
Were responsible for the early success and planning for what became known as Multi-channel networks ( MCNs ) -- Maker Studios have since been vocal advocates for fair treatment of creators by the networks .
The duo ran Maker Studios throughout 2009 and were responsible for the early success and planning for what became known as Multi-channel networks ( MCNs ) -- they have since been vocal advocates for fair treatment of creators by the networks .