EVAN SOPATA
Jersey City
Summary
Reliable and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in trading card grading, authentication, and quality control. Skilled in making accurate, high-volume decisions under pressure while maintaining strict quality standards. Known for strong attendance, punctuality, and a consistent ability to meet deadlines and quotas. Team-oriented with leadership experience in training and supporting staff.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Raw Authenticator Lead
eBay
08.2024 - Current
- - Evaluate trading cards for authenticity, condition, and alterations
- - Ensure listings accurately reflect card condition
- - Support team with complex authentication decisions
- - Train team members for accuracy and efficiency
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Card Grader
PSA
01.2024 - 08.2024
- - Graded Pokémon and sports trading cards with accuracy
- - Met daily quotas in high-volume environment
- - Identified alterations including trimming, recoloring, and soaking
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Quality Control
V2
03.2023 - 01.2024
- - Verified flip/card accuracy and inspected for defects
- - Assisted sealing team during staffing shortages
- - Entered grade corrections and printed updated flips
Assistant Manager / Head Barista
OKAFE
08.2017 - 03.2023
- - Managed daily operations and staff
- - Handled customer service, inventory, and scheduling
- - Maintained efficient front-of-house operations
- Led daily operations, ensuring team efficiency and adherence to company policies.
Server
Outback Steakhouse
07.2017 - 11.2020
- - Delivered high-quality customer service
- - Managed multiple tables in fast-paced environment
Flower Designer / Shipping
Venus Et Fleur
02.2016 - 04.2016
- - Created floral arrangements and handled shipping logistics
Education
High School Diploma - High Tech
KAS Prep High School
North Bergen, NJSkills
- - Trading Card Authentication & Grading
- - Quality Control & Inspection
- - Friendly, positive attitude
- - Leadership & Team Training
- - Customer Service
- - Inventory Management
- - High-Volume Workflow Efficiency
- - Problem-solving
- - Dependable and responsible
- - Computer skills
- - Attention to detail
- - Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
Raw Authenticator Lead
eBay
08.2024 - Current
Card Grader
PSA
01.2024 - 08.2024
Quality Control
V2
03.2023 - 01.2024
Assistant Manager / Head Barista
OKAFE
08.2017 - 03.2023
Server
Outback Steakhouse
07.2017 - 11.2020
Flower Designer / Shipping
Venus Et Fleur
02.2016 - 04.2016
High School Diploma - High Tech
KAS Prep High School