Aspire Media N.I. CIC Is Established
A community interest company built around local media, creativity and the belief that communities should have a voice in the stories told about them.
About Aspire Media N.I. CICCreative work.
Creative work.
A community purpose.
Founded in November 2022, we connect professional creative services with a commitment to local voices and opportunities.
Why We ExistCommercial creativity.
Commercial creativity.
Community commitment.
Our roots are in community media in Ballysally and Millburn. That starting point taught us the importance of telling a story with people, rather than simply about them.
We now support businesses and organisations through photography, video, social media and practical learning. Our social enterprise model keeps community media at the heart of that work.
Profits are reinvested into our social purpose, including Aspire Media TV. Every part of the business contributes to the same wider mission.
Our JourneyA community idea.
November 2022 Early 2025 Mid 2025 2026
A community idea.
A growing creative family.
Social Media Support Takes Shape
Our own clients needed more support with social media. We developed Aspire Social Media Management to meet that need.
Inspire Social Co. Is Born
Following a successful trial, Aspire Social Media Management was rebranded as Inspire Social Co., giving the service a clearer specialist identity.
A New Office & Continued Growth
Our team moved into Office 403 at River House, Coleraine, bringing our creative services, client support and community purpose into the next stage of our journey.
Meet Our DirectorsDifferent strengths.
Different strengths.
One shared ambition.
A local team bringing practical planning and creative production together for businesses and communities.
The Connection Between Idea & Action
Robert Campbell
Co-Founder & Operations Director
Robert leads operations and client relationships, connecting your goals with a practical project brief. His experience spans business, digital marketing and community media; he also mentors young entrepreneurs through The King’s Trust.
Read Robert’s Full Profile ↗How Robert supports your project
From the first conversation to an agreed brief, Robert helps connect your goals with the services and people needed to move your project forward.
Explore Inspire Social Co.
The Creativity Behind The Camera
Andrew “Andy” Cooper
Co-Founder & Creative Director
Andy leads creative direction, photography and video production, shaping the visual story behind your project. He co-founded Aspire with a shared commitment to local voices and is a 2026 finalist for Leader of the Year (Over 30) at the Causeway Coast & Glens People Awards.
Read Andy’s Full Profile ↗How Andy supports your project
Andy brings a creative eye to the production process, shaping photography and video around the story you want to tell and the audience you want to reach.
Explore Aspire Media StudiosThe Aspire FamilyThree trading names.
Three trading names.
One community TV channel.
The right expertise for your project, connected by a commitment to creativity and community.
Aspire Media Studios
Photography, videography and visual content for your business or organisation.
Explore the Studios
Inspire Social Co.
Social media management and consultancy to keep your business connected.
Explore Social Media
Aspire Media Academy
Practical learning and OCN NI accredited training for people and teams.
Explore the Academy
Our Community TV Channel & Standalone Brand
Watch Aspire Media TV ↗Aspire Media TV
Local stories. Community voices. A platform with purpose.
Our Approach
What you can expect from us.
A Clear Brief
We take time to understand your goals, audience and budget before proposing the work.
A Personal Relationship
You work with a local team that gets to know your organisation and what matters to it.
Purpose In The Work
Professional services support a company that reinvests in community media and opportunities.
Your Wider Project
Build Your Project Brief ↗Need more than one service?
Bring your brief to Aspire. We can discuss photography, film, digital content, social media and learning together.