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Certified Collectibles Group

Manga Expert

Sarasota, FL · On-site

Manga Expert Sarasota, FL Certified Guaranty Company ® (CGC ® ) is the world's leading third-party grading service for pop culture collectibles, including comic books, magazines, cards, video games ...

System One

Retail Sales Associate

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$22/hr

Anime & Manga Fans Welcome! Del Amo Mall will be opening 2 pop up Anime/Manga stores from June 2026-April 2027 Come join the fun!! Are you the type who can recommend a great product and a great anime ...

Athletes Global Corporation

Anime Instructor

Verona, VA · On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Our program teaches participants how to draw manga, anime and cartoon style themes and techniques. Participants will learn the Japanese culture through fun crafts, activities, and games. Our ...

Lraough LLC

Brand Manager

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

Experience with Japanese anime/manga culture preferred * BA/BS degree or higher Required Skills: * Deep knowledge of Japanese anime/manga culture * Excellent communication and analytical skills

VIZ Media

Copy Editor

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$72K - $78K/yr

Job Summary VIZ Media, the world leader in English-language versions of manga and anime, is looking for a Copy Editor to join our Editorial team. The Copy Editor is responsible for editing copy that ...

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How much do manga jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for manga in the United States is $59,571.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,500.00 and $64,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Manga artists working on serialized projects usually follow a structured workflow, starting with script or storyboard development, sketching rough layouts, inking and toning, then finalizing pages to meet strict deadlines. You may collaborate closely with editors, writers, or assistants for feedback and to maintain consistency throughout the story. The workload can be demanding, with weekly or monthly chapter releases, requiring efficient time management and adaptability. These artists often balance creative input with publisher guidelines to deliver compelling content that keeps readers engaged. It's a team-oriented process that rewards discipline, communication, and a passion for storytelling.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Manga position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manga Artist, you need strong drawing skills, storytelling ability, and a thorough understanding of manga styles, often supported by a portfolio of original work. Familiarity with digital illustration tools such as Clip Studio Paint, Adobe Photoshop, or drawing tablets is common, though formal education is not always required. Creativity, time management, and a willingness to accept feedback are crucial soft skills for meeting deadlines and collaborating with editors or writers. These competencies are essential for producing engaging, high-quality manga that resonates with audiences and meets industry standards.

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Manga Expert

Manga Expert

Certified Collectibles Group

Sarasota, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Manga Expert
Sarasota, FL
Certified Guaranty Company® (CGC®) is the world's leading third-party grading service for pop culture collectibles, including comic books, magazines, cards, video games, home video, concert posters and more. Now, CGC is seeking to hire a top manga expert to lead its expansion into this vibrant and growing collectible category.
CGC is a part of the Certified Collectibles Group® (CCG®), which was founded in 1987 and has a mission to empower collectors with services that ignite passion, create value and build community. Today, CCG is one of the world's largest providers of authentication and grading services for collectibles, having certified nearly 90 million items across a wide range of categories. CCG's four brands - CGC, NGC, PMG and ASG - are synonymous with trust and expertise in their hobbies.
Headquartered in Sarasota, Florida, CCG also has locations in London, Munich, Shanghai and Hong Kong. In 2024, CCG aims to open new offices in Dubai and Tokyo, as well as launch grading services for pulps and manga.
This is an incredible opportunity for a top manga expert to help establish authentication and grading services in one of the hottest collectibles categories. You will work cross-functionally to develop grading standards and processes, holders, content and more to support the launch and ongoing operations of this game-changing grading service.
This position will be based at CCG's headquarters in Sarasota, Florida, but will likely include domestic and international travel to trade shows and other CCG offices.
If you know more about manga than anyone else, want to protect and grow the hobby that you love, and enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with lots of challenges and opportunities, then this is the perfect position for you.
Responsibilities:
  • Identification of genuine, counterfeit, altered and/or restored manga of various years (Golden Age, Silver Age, Modern) and genres (Shonen, Horror, Shojo, Seinen, etc.)
  • Develop authentication and grading standards and processes in collaboration with senior leadership
  • Partner with the company's internal and external resources to develop holder solutions for manga
  • Identify, hire and train additional manga experts
  • Maintain the company's database of manga collectibles and ensure accurate and consistent descriptions for manga collectibles
  • Enter all relevant data into the company's computer systems
  • Collaborate with the company's marketing team to produce content and inform its marketing strategy for manga

What will help you succeed:
  • Experience in the comic book grading industry
  • Knowledge of a wide variety of manga
  • Knowledge of manga variants, including variant covers, multi-volume publications, limited releases and more
  • Ability to speak and read Japanese
  • The highest level of integrity
  • A strong desire to grow as well as train and lead other team members
  • A willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed

The ideal candidate will also be well-known and highly respected in the manga community.
About Us
The Certified Collectibles Group (CCG) is the world's leading provider of expert, impartial and tech-enabled services that add value and liquidity to collectibles. The CCG companies include Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC), Paper Money Guaranty (PMG), Certified Guaranty Company (CGC) and Authenticated Stamp Guaranty (ASG). Since 1987, the CCG companies have certified over 100 million coins, banknotes, comic books, trading card games, sports cards, video games, home video, stamps and related collectibles. Today, CCG serves the world of collectibles online and at its offices in Sarasota, London, Munich, Hong Kong and Shanghai.
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, paid holidays, an annual discretionary bonus and more. Salary is commensurate with experience and ability.

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