Events Intern at David Zwirner Gallery

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Art, Gallery, EventsIndustries

Requirements

  • Passionate and interested in the arts/larger creative arena or eager to learn
  • Dynamic and detail-oriented
  • Discretion, professionalism, and superb client-facing skills
  • Highly personable, organized, motivated, and responsible
  • Interest in gaining experience in the daily operations of a contemporary art gallery
  • Related experience in event programming and/or client relations
  • Interest in the NYC restaurants, hospitality, and entertainment industries
  • Excellent communication and data management skills
  • Commitment of 4+ months (January through April), minimum 3 full days per week in person (10AM–6PM, Monday–Friday, with occasional additional evening hours)
  • Resident of NY, NJ, or CT

Responsibilities

  • Perform research on possible event venues and maintain venue presentations and repositories
  • Support Private Client, In-gallery Events, and select public events
  • Utilize internally developed CRM database to organize invitation and attendee guest lists and assist with data upkeep
  • Work with Marketing, Client Development, and Sales teams to manage client outreach and RSVPs for select events
  • Upload and organize historic event collateral in the internal asset management database
  • Occasionally assist with lifting and moving items (e.g., boxes of books or tables for events, weighing 10-20 lbs)

Skills

Event Planning
Venue Research
CRM
Client Outreach
Data Management
Asset Management
Guest List Management

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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