SHARIF SALAMA

DIRECTOR OF LEARNING & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT | sharif@vigilantehs.com

Sharif Salama has a thorough understanding of the motion picture production process.  For over 10 years, he has served at all levels of a production, including Craft Services, Locations, Producer, Editor and Director.  This experience is derived from producing small independent projects to supporting large studio features where he created and managed multi-million-dollar location budgets and logistics.

His focus at Vigilant is centered on business and product development.  His budgeting, risk assessment, technical writing and problem-solving skills provide a solid foundation to apply the latest technological solutions to build the tools and products that will bring more value to our clients.   He has created and implemented safety programs for major motion picture studios and productions using technological advances to streamline processes, improve accountability and reduce bureaucratic burdens.

Throughout his career in production, Sharif’s passion for cast and crew safety has always been a top priority.  Now, he applies his expertise to help ensure every crew member heads home safely at the end of every day.  As one example, his experience in producing led to rapid training development that has delivered thousands of hours of training to hundreds of employees, cast and crew members in the short time he has been with Vigilant.