Tim Kring is creator and executive producer of Heroes, NBC’s epic saga that chronicles the lives of ordinary people who discover they possess extraordinary abilities. Kring grew up primarily in Northern California. Eventually, his parents, who were both teachers, moved the family to Santa Maria on the Central California coast. Kring studied film at nearby Allen Hancock Junior College before transferring to the University of Santa Barbara, where he earned his bachelor of arts degree in religious studies. He later attended USC’s renowned film school and worked his way up in production as a grip, gaffer and on camera crews. He continued working in production until selling his first pitch for an episode of “Knight Rider” in 1985. Kring spent the next eleven years writing feature films, including the sequel “Teen Wolf II,” series pilots and television movies such as “Bay Coven” and “Falling for You.” His popular television credits include Chicago Hope, Strange World, L.A. Doctors, Providence, and Crossing Jordan. Tim resides in L.A. with his wife, Lisa, who is a social worker, and their kids Amelia & Ethan. He also enjoys photography and collects acoustic guitars.
