After eight years at Magnum Photos and more than 25 years in the photography and creative industries, I founded Tim Paton Consultancy to help photographers, agencies, and brands create exceptional visual work and build stronger creative businesses.

I work across photography commissioning, shoot production, creative strategy, artist representation and business development, helping clients bring ideas to life while creating new commercial opportunities.

Keeping the consultancy intentionally small means every project receives my full attention. Whether I'm producing a major international shoot, advising a photographer on career strategy, or helping a brand find the right creative direction, I provide practical, honest guidance backed by decades of industry experience and an extensive international network.

Helping brands, agencies and organisations find the right photographer for every project. From photographer selection and creative briefing to negotiations and commissioning, I match every assignment with the right creative talent.

Full-service production for photography projects in the UK and internationally. From budgeting, scheduling and location scouting to casting, crew management and final delivery, I oversee every stage of production.

Researching and sourcing photography for editorial, commercial and publishing projects. Whether building a visual archive, licensing imagery or curating collections, I help clients find images with impact.

Working closely with photographers to build sustainable, long-term careers. This includes marketing, portfolio development, pricing, negotiations, client introductions and strategic representation.

Helping photographers, agencies and creative businesses identify new opportunities for growth. From developing commercial strategies and securing brand partnerships to opening doors with new clients, I focus on building lasting relationships that generate revenue.

Practical, honest advice for photographers at every stage of their careers. Whether refining a portfolio, developing a personal brand, planning exhibitions or books, or navigating the commercial side of photography, I provide guidance shaped by more than 25 years in the industry.