About the role#
David Zwirner is looking for an intern to support the Books team in New York. This role provides experience in book-selling operations and the various facets of art book publishing, including sales, distribution, and marketing. You will gain insight into the daily operations of a contemporary art gallery.
What you'll do#
- Fulfill web orders and prepare packages for shipment or messenger.
- Maintain organization and inventory across three book storage locations.
- Receive and account for book deliveries from the warehouse and vendors.
- Coordinate with gallery assistants to ensure front desks are fully stocked with books.
- Assist with running the Bookstore and help prepare, set up, and run events and programming.
- Support book photography and write captions for social media channels.
- Relocate books between storage and office locations, which requires lifting and carrying heavy items.
- Prepare tip sheets for forthcoming publications through research and writing.
- Perform market research on artists and authors using Edelweiss and Bookscan, and create presentation slides.
- Research marketing and sales leads, update artist lists in museum collections, and maintain the retail contact database.
What you'll need#
- An interest in the arts or the creative arena, or a strong desire to learn.
- A personable, organized, motivated, and responsible approach.
- A focused and hardworking nature with excellent attention to detail.
- Residency in NY, NJ, or CT.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January through April).
- Modality: On-site, Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm, with additional hours for evening events.
- Compensation: Paid at the NYC minimum wage of $17/hour.
About David Zwirner
David Zwirner is a contemporary art gallery that represents over seventy artists and estates. It operates locations in New York, Los Angeles, London, Paris, and Hong Kong. The gallery manages both primary and secondary art markets. It maintains a long-term focus on an international group of artists.
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