Da’Jhani John serves as an Athletic Communications Assistant specializing in Creative Media at Southern Connecticut State University. Entering his second academic year with the department, John initially joined Southern Athletics as a photographer and videographer before transitioning into his current role, where his responsibilities have expanded to include social media management, content creation, and digital media production. With a strong interest in elevating the department's visual storytelling, John aims to develop innovative content that highlights student-athletes' experiences while positioning Southern Athletics' creative media efforts alongside those of leading NCAA Division II and Division I programs.
John works alongside the Athletic Communications staff to produce visual content across various sports, including game-day coverage, promotional videos, athlete features, player introductions, and team introduction videos. In his second year, he has also taken on the role of media contact for Southern Connecticut's gymnastics program, working closely with the team to expand its digital footprint through creative storytelling, social media management, and engaging visual content. Through these efforts, John hopes to strengthen the gymnastics program's online presence while contributing to the broader growth and visibility of Southern Athletics. He also supports the university's Integrated Communications and Marketing (ICM) department with its social media initiatives.
His postseason experience includes covering Southern Connecticut's gymnastics team at the Gymnastics East Conference (GEC) Championships hosted by Cornell University and the Owls' women's basketball team during the 2025–26 Northeast-10 Conference Championship against Bentley University at Bentley. He also covered Southern Connecticut's women's basketball team during the NCAA Division II Women's Basketball Tournament hosted by Southern and provided media coverage for Holy Family University during the NCAA Division II Women's Basketball East Regional Final. Outside of Southern Athletics, John operates JD Captures, his independent photography and videography brand, specializing in sports media, event coverage, and visual storytelling.
John graduated from Southern Connecticut State University in May 2025 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, concentrating in Economics. During his undergraduate studies, he earned a 3.81 GPA and received the Outstanding Senior in Business Economics Award in recognition of his academic achievements. Currently in his sixth year at Southern, he is pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in International Business. Born in the U.S. Virgin Islands, John grew up between the Virgin Islands and Antigua and Barbuda before residing in the Bronx, New York, for several years. He later returned to Antigua to complete his high school education before moving to Connecticut to attend Southern. His diverse upbringing continues to influence his perspective and creative approach to storytelling.
