Jacob Ferris joined the Duke football staff in May 2023. He was elevated to his current role of director of football photography and graphic design in June 2025 after beginning as an assistant director of graphic design.
Â
A native of Cambridge Springs, Pa., Ferris graduated from Slippery Rock University in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in sports management and a minor in strategic communication and media. While working toward his degree, Ferris interned with numerous organizations, including serving three-plus years (2020-23) as a creative intern with the men’s basketball program at Duke. He designed graphics to highlight current and former players and coaches, recruiting initiatives, player cards and wins. Additionally, he assisted with photography.
Â
He also worked as a graphic design intern with Slippery Rock, the University of Pittsburgh and the Erie Seawolves.
Â