Syr-Ivan B.
Comics/Storyboarding
New York City
- Used to intern at Marvel Comics!
- I've been making my own comics since I was 3 years old!
- I once directed and wrote a short cartoon for Nickelodeon!
Syr-Ivan Bennett is a Story Artist, Writer and FilmMaker based in Brooklyn, NY with several years of experience in working for companies such as Nickelodeon ("Dora the Explorer", "Go,Diego,Go!","Blaze and the Monster Machines"), MTV (Truth ad campaign), Marvel Comics (Spider-Man, Barbie), and PBS (“Super Why!”). In addition to developing production and story art for animation, film, and books, he has recently developed his craft in writing and story structure. His art and writing styles range from "whimsical" and "kid friendly" to a satirical & noir style. He completed his BFA at Pratt Institute in Illustration and his Thesis Film "The Telepathetics" at the School of Visual Arts. He has since formed his own creative studio, Late Night Snack Entertainment LLC, where he has enjoyed working for Barack and Michelle Obama’s company; Higher Ground.
Courses Taught
Creative Writing
All the tools your child needs to unlock the story inside them!
Class Assistant
Extra support in class to assist instructors and students.
Creative Art
Explore artists, techniques, and materials while creating bold, imaginative projects.
Animation Creation: Animated Short Films
Create your own animated short films with multiple techniques.
Comics, Webcomics, Manga and More!
Learn to make comics from the basics to advanced techniques!
Artistic Storytelling: Explore & Create
Use art materials to tell personal stories through comics, zines, and illustrations.
Zine Creation & Storytelling
Find your storytelling voice with comic- and zine-making!
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