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Category Manager - Trading Cards

Identify and orchestrate trading card-specific moments, campaigns, and formats that drive engagement and conversion (e.g., major set releases, championship spikes, grading returns, convention cycles)

Collectorsuniverse

PSA Grader, NJ

Jersey City, NJ

$25 - $30/hr

Serve as an expert of PSA's card authentication and grading standards * Serve as an expert in PSA's processing procedures and protocols * Authenticate and evaluate the condition of trading cards ...

Collectors Holdings, Inc.

PSA Grader, NJ

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Serve as an expert of PSA's card authentication and grading standards * Serve as an expert in PSA's processing procedures and protocols * Authenticate and evaluate the condition of trading cards ...

Collectorsuniverse

PSA Grader, Florida

Boca Raton, FL

$25 - $30/hr

Serve as an expert of PSA's card authentication and grading standards * Serve as an expert in PSA's processing procedures and protocols * Authenticate and evaluate the condition of trading cards ...

Collectorsuniverse

PSA Grader, Texas

Plano, TX

$25 - $30/hr

Serve as an expert of PSA's card authentication and grading standards * Serve as an expert in PSA's processing procedures and protocols * Authenticate and evaluate the condition of trading cards ...

Collectors Holdings, Inc.

PSA Grader, Texas

Plano, TX · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Serve as an expert of PSA's card authentication and grading standards * Serve as an expert in PSA's processing procedures and protocols * Authenticate and evaluate the condition of trading cards ...

Collectorsuniverse

SGC Grader, FL

Boca Raton, FL

Serve as an expert of SGC's card authentication and grading standards; * Serve as an expert in SGC's processing procedures and protocols; * Authenticate and evaluate the condition of trading cards ...

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How much do freelance trading card grading jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance trading card grading in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Trading Card Grading vs Trading Card Grader?

AspectFreelance Trading Card GradingTrading Card Grader
CredentialsTypically self-taught or certified through industry programsUsually certified by professional grading companies
Work EnvironmentRemote, freelance, flexible hoursOften employed by grading companies or labs
Industry UsageUsed by individual collectors and hobbyistsEmployed by professional grading services
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for freelance or independent grading servicesSeeking professional grading companies or services

Freelance Trading Card Grading involves independent professionals offering grading services, often with flexible schedules and self-certifications. Trading Card Grader typically refers to employees of established grading companies with formal certifications. Both roles focus on assessing card condition, but freelancers operate independently, while graders work within companies.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Trading Card Grading job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,230 per year, or $47.7 per hour.
Grader - Trading Cards

Grader - Trading Cards

Certified Collectibles Group

Sarasota, FL • On-site

$24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 hours ago

Job description

Grader - Trading Cards
Certified Guaranty Company (CGC) is seeking world-class Cards Graders to join our Cards Team dedicated to expert and impartial sports cards and trading cards grading.
Our card grading service from CGC uses world-class expertise, cutting-edge technology and operational excellence to join the other Certified Collectibles Group (CCG) companies in quickly becoming the leader in its category.
Specific responsibilities include:
  • Researches, identifies, and authenticates collectible trading cards and sports cards
  • Assesses the condition, quality and furthermore grades the item using established standards
  • Meets established production goals while maintaining superior grading standards
  • Entry of grading data into computer system

Requirements:
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Trading Card required
  • Expansive knowledge as it relates to card printing, including printing processes, variants, and errors
  • 1 - 3 years of direct grading experience as a card grader or as a dealer/collector with extensive grading submission history
  • Detail oriented with the ability to detect counterfeit and altered cards with a high level of accuracy
  • Maintains the highest level of integrity
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Strong organizational skills to achieve production goals and maximize productivity
  • Willing to travel domestically and internationally as business needs arise

CCG offers the most competitive compensation in the industry along with career advancement opportunities and a generous full-time benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance options; 401(k) with company match; paid time off benefits, annual discretionary bonuses and more. Salary is commensurate with experience and ability.
About Us
The Certified Collectibles Group is the world's leading provider of expert, impartial and tech-enabled services that add value and liquidity to collectibles. Its iconic companies include Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC), Paper Money Guaranty (PMG), Certified Guaranty Company (CGC) and Authenticated Stamp Guaranty (ASG). Since 1987, the Certified Collectibles Group companies have certified over 100 million coins, banknotes, comic books, TCGs, sports cards, video games, home video collectibles, stamps and more. Today, CCG serves the world of collectibles online and at its offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany and China.
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