Here is a list of some of the most common questions I receive! If your question is not listed here, please send me a message at vo@malcolmtolman.com with your question and I will get back to you as soon as possible!


General Questions

Q1. What is the Easiest Way to Contact You?

A. The easiest way to contact me is to e-mail me at vo@malcolmtolman.com however, you can also reach me most times between 9-8 EST by calling 249 877 4061. Additionally for consultations you I am accessible on Discord and Skype, as well as in person if geography allows for it. See social media bar at the bottom for my social media accounts.

 


Q2. What Languages Can You Speak?

A. English is my main language. I am also at a conversational level in Japanese. In addition to these two languages I am working towards improving my French and German skills.

 


 

Startup Business Support

Q1. Can You Make Me Successful?

A. The only person who can have any control over your success is yourself. While I cannot guarantee your fame and fortune, I can provide you with tools and practices which will improve your chances significantly.

 


Voice Acting

Q. What is your Current Setup?

A. I have access to a professional home studio including:

-Shure PGA 27 Condenser Microphone

-Steinberg UR22 MKII Audio Interface

-Lyx Pro VRI-20 Isolation Panel

-Reaper DAW with Isotope plugin

 


Q. What is your usual turnaround time?

A. Though it differs depending on the size and scope of the project, I usually try to complete my projects within 48 hours or receiving a script

 


Q. What are your rates?

A. My goal is to provide clients with competitive rates held to the industry standard. It is important to realize that rates for a job are likely to change depending on the size of the script, scope of the project, type of project, intended audience, quality of files needed, and much more.

If you would like to see a quick estimate of the rate I will most likely charge, please feel free to check out the GVAA Non Union Rate Guide *Here*

*Please note, these rates are only estimates and are likely to change as the situation fits*


Q. What methods can you use to send files?

A. I use Dropbox or Google Drive based on client preferences

 


Q. Which file formats can you send sound files in?

A. MP3 or WAV are my usual format. Feel free to ask about other formats


Q. Are you open to being live directed?

A. I am able to provide live directing services through Skype, Discord, or a basic phone patch

 


Q. Is there any content you will NOT do?

A. Due to personal reasons I refrain from doing jobs which require profanity, sexual content, or political campaigning. Other than that feel free to ask!

 


Writing

Q. What Are Your World Building Specialties?

A. I specialize in fantasy with a touch of science fiction, but have experience checking for continuity in a wide variety of genres

 


Q. Are There Any Genres You Will Not Work In?

A. Due to personal reasons I refrain from working with books of erotic or political nature. Other than those two, feel free to ask!