Tim Herzog
About Tim Herzog
Tim Herzog is a Senior Visuals Editor at Condé Nast, where he has worked since 2016. He has a background in photo research and image management, having previously worked at Vogue and Bill Smith Studio.
Current Role at Condé Nast
Tim Herzog serves as the Senior Visuals Editor, Research at Condé Nast since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for tracking and maintaining budgets for individual issues, branded books, videos, and special publications. He determines necessary clearances for image use, working with celebrity talent and artist copyrights. Herzog researches and licenses images from a variety of sources, including stock agencies, museums, and individual photographers. He manages multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to production deadlines and specific brand requirements.
Previous Experience at Vogue
Prior to his current position, Tim Herzog worked at Vogue as a Photo Researcher from 2012 to 2016. During his four years in this role, he was involved in conceptualizing imagery for various stories and subjects. His responsibilities included liaising with top editors to ensure that the visual content aligned with the magazine's editorial vision. This experience contributed to his expertise in image research and licensing.
Background in Visual Media
Tim Herzog studied at American University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on Visual Media and a minor in Literature: Cinema Studies from 2002 to 2005. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation in visual storytelling and media production, which he has applied throughout his career in various roles within the photography and publishing industries.
Experience at Bill Smith Studio
Before joining Vogue, Tim Herzog worked at Bill Smith Studio as the Photo Department Manager and Senior Image Editor from 2007 to 2012. In this position, he managed the photo department and oversaw image editing processes. His role involved coordinating with photographers and ensuring that the visual content met the studio's standards and client expectations.
Early Career at Paradysz Matera
Tim Herzog began his career at Paradysz Matera, where he worked as an Image Tracker and Writer from 2005 to 2007. In this role, he was responsible for tracking images and contributing to written content. This early experience helped him develop skills in image management and research, which have been essential in his subsequent roles in the industry.