History of Jay W. Boersma in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 17, 2025

Jay W. Boersma is a versatile creative professional known for his work as a fine art and documentary photographer, mixed media artist, designer, and creative director. He notably served as the Senior Creative Director at Playboy.com from 1996 to 2011, contributing significantly to the brand's online presence and visual identity during that period. His diverse artistic pursuits and leadership role at Playboy.com highlight his expertise and influence in the fields of art, design, and online media.

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September 7, 1947: Birth of Jay W. Boersma

On September 7, 1947, Jay Weaver Boersma was born. He is now a fine art and documentary photographer, mixed media artist, designer, and creative director.

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1965: Graduation from Eisenhower High School

In 1965, Jay W. Boersma graduated from Eisenhower High School in Blue Island, Illinois.

1974: Graduation from Columbia College Chicago

In 1974, Jay W. Boersma graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Columbia College Chicago, concentrating in photography and with additional work in ceramics and printmaking.

1976: Received MFA from the Rhode Island School of Design

In 1976, Jay W. Boersma received an MFA from the Rhode Island School of Design after studying with photographers such as Harry Callahan and Aaron Siskind.

1979: Teaching career begins

In 1979, Jay W. Boersma started teaching photography and art at Bradley University, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and at Governors State University.

1996: Senior Creative Director at Playboy.com

In 1996, Jay W. Boersma became the Senior Creative Director at Playboy.com.

1996: End of Teaching Career

In 1996, Jay W. Boersma ended his teaching career, having taught photography and art at Bradley University, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and Governors State University since 1979.