Comic Grader

Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology that provides value-added services for collectors worldwide. We grade, authenticate, vault, and sell millions of record-setting collectibles, all while modernizing and digitalizing the process to further our mission of helping collectors pursue their passions. We’re always on the lookout for talented people to join our growing team.

Our services span collectible coins, trading cards, Funko Pops!, video games, event tickets, autographs, and memorabilia. Our subsidiaries include PSA, PCGS, SGC, WATA, and Card Ladder.

Since our founding in 1986, we have graded and authenticated millions of items. We employ more than 1,900 people across our headquarters in Santa Ana and offices in Jersey City, Tokyo, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Toronto, Guadalajara, Dallas, and Paris.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working, and detail-oriented candidate to join the PSA Pop Culture team. PSA is seeking a comic and magazine grader to authenticate and grade comics (across various eras). Ideal candidates will possess comprehensive industry knowledge of comic books and magazines, and be able to add experience and depth to PSA’s Grading Team. Individuals should be detail-oriented, have good organization skills, and be able to focus on comics over long periods of time. Preferred applicants will have three years of direct grading experience as a professional, dealer, or collector and the ability to work in a positive team environment. 

You’ll report to the Director of Comic Grading and work from our Santa Ana, CA office. 

What You'll Do:

• Service as an expert of PSA’s comic grading and authentication standards, as well as PSA’s processing procedures and protocols

• Authenticate and evaluate the condition of comic books and magazines in an expedient manner but without compromising accuracy

• Stay up-to-date with current industry development and news, especially as it pertains to counterfeits and alteration methods circulating the market

• A good understanding of restoration techniques and detection

• Maintain individual PSA grading production goals

• Improve knowledge and skills with experience

• Maintain quality of grading product

• Share knowledge to help improve skill of PSA Grading Team

• Be willing to travel to comic book conventions as needed

• Support our pressing operation

Who You Are:

• In depth knowledge of comic books and magazines

• Comprehensive understanding of the comic book and magazine grading standards

• Effective problem-solving skills

• Strong organization skills to achieve production goals and maximize productivity

• Ability to work in a positive team environment

• Detail oriented and ability to focus over long stretches of time

• Ability to travel to comic book conventions when needed, representing PSA

Physical Requirements: 

• Computer Use: Typing, mouse work, and sitting and looking at a computer potentially for long periods of time.

• Hand Use: Regular hand use for various tasks.

• Hearing Requirements: Ability to hear alarms, signals, and verbal instructions.

• Lifting and Carrying: Ability to routinely lift, carry, and move materials up to 40 pounds.

• Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods of time.

• Sitting or Standing: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.

• Vision: Using vision aiding devices, as well as sitting in dark or dimly lit rooms with soft desk lighting.

Hourly Range: The hourly range for this position is $20-$25. Entry level operations positions generally start at an hourly rate of $17. Actual compensation in this range will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including location, job level, prior experience, and skill set. This role may be eligible for bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation, please ask your recruiter for details.

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