After assisting legendary photographer /director Steven Klein, Sharif began his career with immediate editorial commissions for Vogue Paris, LOVE, and Dazed and Confused. Directing work naturally followed for clients including Absolut, Top-man, and Nowness.

A film, art and pop culture obsessive, his style is defined by cinema and his diverse interpretation of the imagery that inspires him.

Born and raised in London, Sharif now lives in New York, working between the US and Europe.