About the role#
David Zwirner is looking for a proactive and organized Marketing Intern to support campaign execution, reporting, and cross-departmental projects. This role provides hands-on experience with the full lifecycle of gallery marketing campaigns, from initial planning to final analysis. You will work closely with the Marketing Assistant and gain insight into how marketing supports artist visibility and gallery programming.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with Design, Events, Content, Press, and global Marketing teams to support campaign execution across multiple channels.
- Provide event support by managing RSVPs, handling invitations, and assisting on-site while interacting with clients and VIP guests.
- Organize and maintain marketing archives to ensure all files and assets are documented and accessible.
- Compile campaign data and assist in building reporting decks that summarize results.
- Attend weekly meetings with marketing partners and contribute notes or updates.
- Coordinate client book mailings and gifting programs.
- Draft design tickets for signage and digital ads, clearly communicating project needs and timelines.
- Maintain accurate database entries and support client reporting tasks.
- Lead an independent research project focused on market research, competitive analysis, traffic patterns, or vendor evaluation.
- Assist with digital marketing initiatives including SEO, email marketing, and paid media campaigns.
What you'll need#
- A strong interest in the contemporary art world.
- Comfort working with data in tools like Google Sheets or Notion.
- Experience summarizing complex information into clear slides.
- A proactive mindset with the ability to seek out tasks, ask questions, and take ownership of work.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Confidence interacting professionally at public events and in client-facing environments.
- You must be a resident of NY, NJ, or CT.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, NY (On-site).
- Term: Winter 2027 (January through June).
- Schedule: 3 days a week, 10AM to 6PM.
- Compensation: $17 per 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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