AI Media Company Chronicle Studios and Animation Studio The Hive Partner on YouTube Series

The two companies will collaborate on growing the audience and monetization for two new animated series on YouTube.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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AI media technology company Chronicle Studios and Academy Award-nominated animation production company The Hive Studio have entered into a YouTube channel partnership to oversee the strategy, optimization, audience discovery and monetization for two new animated series: the goth musical comedy 'The Vampair' and the teen comedy 'The Normal MFer'. Chronicle Studios' AI-driven platform will manage the full content lifecycle for the shows on YouTube.

Why it matters

This partnership highlights the growing importance of AI-powered technology in helping animation studios and creators maximize the reach and monetization of their digital-first content on platforms like YouTube. As the animation industry continues to evolve, strategic collaborations that leverage data and automation will be crucial for independent studios to compete and thrive.

The details

Under the deal, Chronicle Studios' AI-driven social content intelligence platform will oversee the YouTube channel strategy, content optimization, global audience discovery and monetization for both 'The Vampair' and 'The Normal MFer'. 'The Vampair' originated as a series of animated music videos on YouTube in 2016, while 'The Normal MFer' is a new original series created by CC0 Studios and co-produced with The Hive Studio.

  • The 'The Vampair' pilot is planned to premiere in late August 2026.
  • The original 'The Vampair' music video series launched on YouTube in 2016.

The players

Chronicle Studios

An AI-driven media technology company that automates social media audience growth for content creators, brands and studio partners across animation, gaming, music, podcasts and more.

The Hive Studio

A world-renowned animation studio specializing in the development and production of animated episodic programming, short films, and commercial content, founded in 2010.

Daria Cohen

The creator of the goth musical comedy series 'The Vampair'.

CC0 Studios

The production company behind the teen comedy series 'The Normal MFer', co-producing with The Hive Studio.

Aaron Sisto

The Co-Founder and CEO of Chronicle Studios.

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What they’re saying

“Daria, Joe and Alex are fast-rising stars in the animation arena. 'The Vampair's' distinct style, charming stories and irresistible music, along with 'The Normal MFer's'' irreverent commentary on young adult life, have helped make these two digital-first series stand out in an incredibly crowded space. We're honored to be partnered with them, Amit and CC0 Studios to help grow their global awareness and position them for even greater success on YouTube and beyond.”

— Aaron Sisto, Co-Founder and CEO of Chronicle Studios (BusinessWire)

“Chronicle's technology is exactly the innovative solution we need to grow our audience and expand the reach of our series globally. We're excited to partner with a team led by such experienced professionals who truly understand our industry and share our vision for scaling bold, creator-driven content.”

— Amit Russell Gicelter, Founder and CEO of The Hive Studio (BusinessWire)

“I'm really happy for the opportunity to collab with a studio like Chronicle. In a world where creators get their stories constantly tampered with by various industries, I'm happy I was able to find a studio that supports my work and allows me the freedom to tell my story the way I intended it to be told. With Chronicle's support, I can see 'Vampair' making it further than I ever thought it was capable of and my hope is for the community to get to see the story unfold in its fullest potential.”

— Daria Cohen, Creator of 'The Vampair' (BusinessWire)

What’s next

The 'The Vampair' pilot is planned to premiere in late August 2026, reuniting the original voice cast and featuring new music from Voltaire and composer Paul Shapera.

The takeaway

This partnership demonstrates how AI-powered technology can help independent animation studios and creators expand the reach and monetization of their digital-first content on platforms like YouTube, which will be crucial for the industry's continued evolution and success.