Carlos B. Miller

Carlos B. Miller

creative coaching

For filmmakers, screenwriters, and storytellers ready to think in images and live by first principles.

I work one-on-one with emerging and established creatives who are serious about mastering the craft and business of storytelling in a visual world. Whether you’re developing a feature film, shaping a pilot script, launching a story-driven YouTube channel, or just trying to find your voice on the page, I’ll help you do it with vision, structure, and depth.

I’m a filmmaker, screenwriter, and professor of directing and screenwriting at a State College. My debut feature film, Between Sins, premiered at the American Black Film Festival and is currently streaming on Amazon, Tubi, and Xfinity Black. I earned my MFA from NYU’s Graduate Film Program, where I was mentored by Spike Lee. I’m also the creator of ARCHE, a philosophical and spiritual lens for storytelling, and Think in Images, a visual-first approach to cinematic thinking.

My work blends the narrative tools of cinema with the deeper questions of purpose, morality, and identity. This coaching isn’t just about finishing your screenplay or pitching your show. It’s about crafting stories and lives that resonate on the deepest level.

What I OFFER
  • Vision-led one-on-one creative coaching
  • Script feedback and story development for screenplays, shorts, pilots, and treatments
  • Directing guidance for first-time or indie filmmakers
  • Film school application advising (undergraduate + graduate)
  • Personalized support and recommendations for top-tier MFA programs—including NYU Graduate Film
  • Narrative structure + world-building tools for writers and YouTubers
  • Platform-building strategy for digital creators
  • Mentorship in developing your “voice” across disciplines
  • Character development rooted in both craft and spiritual inquiry
  • Support and structure for creatives juggling multiple projects
  • Guidance in launching a creative studio, film program, or branded storytelling project
  • Mentorship for developing a cinematic voice rooted in first principles
  • Support for creatives juggling multiple projects or reinventing themselves professionally
WHO I WORK WITH

Screenwriters developing a first or final draft

  • Directors shaping a short or debut feature
  • Creators building YouTube or branded storytelling platforms
  • Artists and authors transitioning into visual storytelling
  • Applicants preparing for competitive film schools (including NYU, USC, AFI, Columbia)
  • Students and early-career filmmakers seeking mentorship and industry insight
  • Nonprofit leaders and entrepreneurs telling stories with purpose
  • Creatives hungry to align their craft with a deeper calling

 

WHY IT'S DIFFERENT

This isn’t film school. It’s not therapy. And it’s not just notes on a draft or career coaching.
It’s creative direction for people who want to grow in their work and their worldview. It’s creative alignment.

Whether you’re building a reel, rewriting a pilot, or applying to film school, I bring over two decades of experience and a passion for helping you become the storyteller only you can be.

 

 

COACHING PACKAGES & PRICING

I offer a range of coaching experiences to meet you where you are, whether you’re polishing a screenplay, preparing for film school, or building a visual brand from scratch.

🎬 Single Session: Script or Story Consultation — Starting at $350
  • A focused 90-minute session for script feedback, story development, or narrative strategy.
    Includes prep work + written notes.
🎥 Three-Session Deep Dive — $900
  • Perfect for creatives working through a short film, YouTube series, pitch deck, or pilot.
    Includes three 60–75 minute sessions + custom development plan.
🧭 Creative Direction Mentorship (1 Month) — $2,000
  • For writers, filmmakers, and multi-hyphenates ready to go deep.
    Includes:
    • Weekly 1-on-1 coaching (4 sessions)
    • Ongoing feedback on drafts, outlines, or creative materials
    • Film school or professional strategy support
    • Voxer or email check-ins between sessions

 

 
APPLYING TO FILM SCHOOL?

I offer tailored packages for applicants to top-tier programs, including NYU, USC, AFI, and Columbia.

Services include:

  • Personal statement and artist statement feedback
  • Portfolio review
  • Interview prep
  • Letters of recommendation (select clients only)

Film School Strategy Session — $450
Full Application Coaching (2 months) — Starting at $1,500

Not sure what fits your project or budget?
Let’s talk. Book a free 20-minute consultation and I’ll help you find the right coaching path.

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