James Kaminsky

James Kaminsky is a senior editorial director and digital content strategist with a professional background that includes leading editorial teams and managing content strategy for several well-known brands. His career has spanned both print and digital publishing, with leadership roles at Maxim, Playboy, Rolling Stone, Men’s Journal, Realtor.com, and Homes.com. James was raised in Westport, Connecticut, and attended Boston University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Film and Broadcast Journalism. During college, he wrote for the university’s newspaper and gained valuable experience as an intern at the Boston Globe. After graduating, he moved to New York, where he began his editorial career in business publishing. Over time, he advanced to editor-in-chief at Act III Communications, leading teams responsible for content that covered entertainment, business, and technology. Seeking fresh challenges, he transitioned into consumer media, first as a freelance writer for various respected publications and then as a senior editor at Men’s Journal and Conde Nast Sports for Women. At Men’s Journal, he played a key role in shaping the magazine’s editorial voice. At the same time, his experience at Conde Nast gave him a closer look at launching a new magazine and platform in a highly competitive market. In 1999, James became executive editor at Maxim, where he contributed to the magazine’s rapid growth as it entered the U.S. market. He then accepted the position of editorial director at Playboy, working to update the brand’s content and appeal to a new generation while staying true to its roots.