Bookstore/Publishing Intern at David Zwirner Gallery

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Art Gallery, Publishing, RetailIndustries

Requirements

  • Passionate and interested in the arts/larger creative arena or eager to learn
  • Highly personable, organized, motivated, and responsible
  • Interest in gaining experience in the daily operations of a contemporary art gallery
  • Highly personable, focused, and hardworking nature
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Resident of NY, NJ, or CT
  • Commitment to 3 months (January through April), 10AM–6PM, 5 days a week, with additional hours for occasional evening events

Responsibilities

  • Fulfill web orders and prepare packages for shipment/messenger
  • Maintain organization and inventory of three book storage locations
  • Receive and account for book deliveries from the warehouse and vendors
  • Liaise regularly with gallery assistants at the front desks to ensure they have books needed on hand
  • Maintain the bookshelves at the gallery front desks, ensuring they are always fully stocked
  • Assist with the Bookstore as needed
  • Help prep for, set up, and run events and programming
  • Support book photography and caption writing needs for social media channels
  • Occasionally assist lifting and carrying heavy books and relocating them between storage and office locations
  • Help prepare tip sheets for forthcoming publications including research and writing projects
  • Perform market research on artists and authors using Edelweiss and Bookscan, and create slides to present the information
  • Research marketing and sales leads
  • Update and maintain our artists in museum collections lists
  • Research and update retail contacts for our contact database

Skills

book inventory management
order fulfillment
shipping preparation
vendor coordination
event support
book photography
caption writing
gallery operations

David Zwirner Gallery

Contemporary and modern art gallery

About David Zwirner Gallery

David Zwirner Gallery focuses on showcasing contemporary and modern art through various exhibitions held in its locations across New York, London, Paris, and Hong Kong. The gallery features both physical and online exhibitions, allowing a wider audience to engage with the art. In addition to exhibitions, it produces podcasts and publishes books, creating a comprehensive platform for artists and art lovers. Unlike many other galleries, David Zwirner emphasizes building strong relationships with both established and emerging artists, which enhances its reputation in the high-end art market. The gallery aims to connect art collectors, museums, and cultural institutions with high-quality artworks, generating revenue through art sales, exhibition fees, and publications.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1993Year Founded
$3.9MTotal Funding
PRE_SEEDCompany Stage
Design, EntertainmentIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Paid Vacation
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan

Risks

Digital art platforms may reduce foot traffic to physical galleries.
NFTs and digital art could divert interest from traditional art forms.
Economic instability in key markets may impact art collectors' purchasing power.

Differentiation

David Zwirner Gallery operates in major global cities, enhancing its international presence.
The gallery represents over seventy artists, offering diverse and innovative exhibitions.
David Zwirner engages in both primary and secondary art markets, nurturing influential artists.

Upsides

NFTs offer new opportunities for engaging with digital art and younger collectors.
Virtual reality exhibitions can expand David Zwirner's global audience reach.
Sustainability practices can enhance David Zwirner's brand and appeal to eco-conscious clients.

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