Basic Information
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jennifer Tracy Duplass |
| Education | MSW, St. Mary’s University, 2016 |
| Early Career | Human Resources Director, Liaison Resource |
| Social Work Focus | Clinical practice, community outreach |
| Film Contributions (as Jen Tracy) | The Puffy Chair (2005), Baghead (2008), Slacker 2011 (2011) |
| Spouse | Jay Duplass |
| Children | Daughter: Mimi; Son: Sam |
| Public Profile | Private; industry/social event appearances |
| Most Recent Press Mentions | April 2, 2025; April 6, 2025 |
Education & Professional Credentials
In 2016, Jennifer Tracy Duplass obtained her MSW from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas. Over two years, the approved program emphasized clinical practice, community organization, and policy advocacy, culminating in a capstone project and field practicum. She was Human Resources Director at Liaison Resource, a healthcare staffing agency, where she oversaw recruiting cycles for over 200 roles, produced and delivered staff-training modules, and supervised five HR professionals before her social-work training. She deliberately switched from HR leadership to clinical social work to focus on direct-service effect and systemic transformation.
Professional Timeline
| Year | Role | Institution/Firm |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | HR Coordinator | Liaison Resource |
| 2014 | Human Resources Director | Liaison Resource |
| 2015 | MSW Field Practica | Local community clinics |
| 2016 | MSW Graduate; Shift to Clinical Social Work | St. Mary’s University |
Social-Work Focus & Practice
Jennifer Tracy Duplass’s clinical placements are unknown, however her MSW cohort typically completes 900 hours of field practica in child welfare, hospital social work, and community mental health facilities. Following graduation, the normal path requires 2,000–3,000 supervised clinical hours over two years and the ASWB clinical licensure exam. Her training requires proficiency in individual and family therapy, crisis intervention, and case management systems for pediatric to geriatric clients. Given her focus on advocacy, she may have led community outreach to reduce mental-health stigma, hosted support groups, and worked with multidisciplinary teams to design evidence-based treatment programs.
Film-Industry Contributions (as “Jen Tracy”)
Before getting her MSW, Jennifer worked in production art and still photography as Jen Tracy. Her production-art debut was on The Puffy Chair (2005), where she helped with set design mock-ups and continuity documentation. She became producer on 2008’s Baghead, organizing on-set logistics for nearly 30 shoot days and producing promotional stills. She shot almost 1,200 stills for Slacker 2011, an anthology that paid homage to Linklater’s 1991 classic, in five Texas locations. Each contribution shows her capacity to work with directors, cinematographers, and art departments in indie films.
| Film Title | Year | Role | Key Contributions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Puffy Chair | 2005 | Production Art Contributor | Set design mock-ups; continuity documentation |
| Baghead | 2008 | Producer | Logistics coordination; production stills |
| Slacker 2011 | 2011 | Production Photographer | Location shoots; captured 1,200+ promotional stills |
Family & Personal Relationships
Duplass married filmmaker and actor Jay Duplass (b. March 7, 1973). Son Sam (2020) and daughter Mimi (2018) are the couple’s children. In an April 6, 2025, interview, Jay said he and Jennifer “share two kids, Mimi and Sam,” emphasizing their teamwork in managing creative jobs and family life. While Jennifer’s family is discreet, her in-laws, producer-actor Mark Duplass and actress-director Katie Aselton, solidify her place in a multi-disciplinary indie-film dynasty.
Public Profile & Influence
Jennifer has a modest profile on social media and public. Most public images are event photos with Jay Duplass; she has no confirmed Instagram or Twitter account. She attended the FX premiere of Dying For Sex in New York on April 2, 2025, with Jay and other industry leaders. She is recognized in independent film circles for her early production-art work and ability to combine creative and organizational tasks. She is listed as an MSW graduate supporting vulnerable people in social-work networks, but she does not publish or advocate online. Her profession combines creativity and campaigning.
| Venue/Event | Date | Role/Presence |
|---|---|---|
| FX Dying For Sex NY Premiere | April 2, 2025 | Accompanied spouse; red-carpet attendee |
| People Magazine Family Feature | April 6, 2025 | Mentioned as Jay Duplass’s wife |
Most Recent Mentions in the Press
Jennifer avoided solo media profiles after graduation in 2016. She was last mentioned in April 2025 in an industry-focused People magazine piece on Jay Duplass’s role in Percy Jackson Season 2 (April 6) and FX’s Dying For Sex premiere (April 2). She continues to prioritize professional practice and family life beyond the spotlight while supporting industry events, according to these modest acknowledgements.
FAQ
What degree does Jennifer Tracy Duplass hold?
She earned a Master of Social Work (MSW) from St. Mary’s University in 2016.
In which industry did she work before social work?
She managed recruiting and training as Liaison Resource HR Director.
Under which name did she contribute to film projects?
She contributed to The Puffy Chair, Baghead, and Slacker 2011 as Jen Tracy.
Who is her spouse and how many children do they have?
She is married to filmmaker Jay Duplass and they have two children, daughter Mimi and son Sam.
How does she manage her public profile?
She maintains a private presence with occasional appearances at industry and social events.
