About
At SNYFF, we are interested in showcasing the best in student talent. We know how hard it is it can be trying to break into the film industry and we want to give you a leg up. At SNYFF not only will you be able to screen your work, you'll be able to answer questions about your films, network with other filmmakers, and possibly win awards.
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Max Kohn
Festival Director
Hi! I'm Max, the Festival Director. I am a film student at The City College of New York. I'm a writer/director who focuses on the stories of young people and the digital age we're living in. I love baseball, politics, and obviously, movies.
Jordyn Buckner
Director of Programming
Howdy! My name is Jordyn Bucnker and I'm a film student at BMCC. When I'm not fishing or gaming, I like to write screenplays and make short films. I'm a huge horror fan and my films explore drug abuse and trans humanism.
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Dashawna Brown
Programmer
Wassup! My name is Dashawna and I'm a Multimedia and Electronic Design major at The City College of New York. I'm a film enthusiast aspiring to be an Art Director. I love action comedies and coming of age films, my favorite being "The Perks of a Wallflower"