Client: SSE Airtricity | Agency: Edelman

Season 2

Vibrant partnered with Edelman to create a second season of SSE Aitricity’s Powered by series for the League of Ireland. Across two short-form documentary pieces, released on BVOD and social platforms, we set out to celebrate the die-hards of the League of Ireland, the volunteers whose unseen work keeps their clubs alive. 

To ensure each story felt authentic, we carried out pre-interviews with every subject, uncovering the details that shaped both the treatment and the visual narrative. From there, we designed storylines that reflected the individuality of each volunteer while still aligning with the series’ overarching style - from carefully crafted motion graphics, to a personalised story, every detail represented the person and their story.

This season, we expanded the creative approach with a refreshed visual style, more dynamic interview set ups, and varied camera angles which gave each piece its own texture and rhythm. We also refined the narrative structure so that the episodes felt less repetitive and more character-driven.

Filmed with Sligo Rovers and Shelbourne Football Club, the series captures the commitment, resilience, and passion of three volunteers whose contributions make the League of Ireland more than football - a community. The result is a continuation that feels both authentic and renewed, combining process and craft to bring to life the people who power the league.

Powered by People

League of Ireland

Powered by Johnny

Part one hones in on Johnny, Shelbourne FC’s long-serving kitman. His connection to the club began over 50 years ago alongside his father, and he has been a constant presence ever since. Filmed against the raw backdrop of Tolka Park, the story captures not only his meticulous care for the teams but also the personal pride that makes him inseparable from the fabric of Shelbourne.

Director + Producer: Cara Gaynor
Director of Photography: Stephen Reynolds
Camera Ops: Stephen Reynolds + Karl Laurence
Edit: Karl Laurence
Motion Graphics + Animation: Kevin Goss-Ross
Grade: Stephen Reynolds

Powered by The Grimes

Part two follows Mairéad and Damien Grimes, a married couple of 27 years who quietly keep Sligo Rovers ticking. From preparing the tea and coffee station to opening their home to players, their generosity extends far beyond matchday. By capturing these everyday gestures, the film shows how their steady care has become essential to both the club and its community.

Director: Francois Gray
Producer: Michael Roulstone
Director of Photography: Stephen Reynolds
Camera Ops: Stephen Reynolds + Francois Gray
Edit + Grade: Stephen Reynolds

At Vibrant, we’re passionate about bringing people’s stories to life. This doc series captures the heart and soul of the League of Ireland, from the storytelling and visuals, to the meticulously crafted edit and colour grade.

It’s a compelling, visually striking piece that our team had a lot of fun creating.

Behind the stories,