Communications & Photography Intern

At David Zwirner, we look to be an industry leader in our field, with our artists at the center of what we do. Our global exhibition program expands beyond our locations in New York, London, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, and Paris, representing seventy artists and estates. Home to innovative, singular, and pioneering exhibitions across a variety of media and genres. Active in both the primary and secondary markets, David Zwirner has helped foster the careers of some of the most influential artists today. 

Who will work well with us:

• The ideal candidate is someone who is passionate and interested in the arts/larger creative arena or is eager to learn.
• We welcome all individuals entering the workforce, those moving into a new stage of their career or vocation, making a change, returning to work, and those wanting to learn and grow within the industry, to apply. 

About the Opportunity 

Communications & Photography Intern

David Zwirner is currently looking for a highly motivated Communications and Photography Intern to join our Internship Program at our London gallery.

Qualified candidates must be personable, organised, motivated, and responsible, with a strong interest in gaining hands-on experience across multiple departments of an art gallery. Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop is a mandatory requirement for this role, along with strong attention to detail and the ability to confidently operate a DSLR camera. Awareness and interest in top arts publications and journalists is also essential. Please read the specific department descriptions carefully before applying.

What you’ll do: 

Press Tasks

• Creating press clippings from online and print sources in a timely manner.
• Logging weekly arts coverage in national newspapers.
• Finding gallery and artist mentions and coverage in online and in print publications (using Google Alerts, etc), then flagging these with the Marketing and Communications Assistant.
• Assisting the Marketing and Communications Assistant with the creation and consistent updating of press reports for internal and third-party exhibitions.
• Sourcing relevant print publications from nearby newsagents, or purchasing online where necessary.
• Researching publications and journalists for possible future profile/feature/review opportunities related to forthcoming David Zwirner London exhibitions.
• Assisting with communications marketing initiatives, such as client book mailings and outreach to arts universities.
• Posting books or other packages as necessary to external PR clients & journalists as requested by the Marketing and Communications Assistant.
• Assist when needed at press previews, artist book signings, tours/talks, and other related events, some of which will take place in the evening.
• Assisting in the process of moving the press archive offsite (scan coverage, update spreadsheets, label and consolidate boxes of physical clippings ahead of shipment to storage).

Photo Tasks

• Resizing, manipulating, and preparing images for server and database use.
• Taking images with DSLR camera for social media or archival purposes.
• Assisting with image editing and rendering creation.
• Assisting with printing requests for sales purposes.
• Updating artwork records with incoming imagery.
• Providing AV documentation support during walkthroughs and events.

Archive, Library, and Book Tasks

• Assisting the Front Desk Team with book inventory management, including occasional heavy lifting.
• Supporting the maintenance, organisation, and inventory of the gallery library, with an emphasis on artist books, catalogues, and reference titles.
• Assisting with research and acquisition of books and publications for upcoming exhibitions.
• Packing and transporting books and archival materials to storage or other gallery locations.
• Assisting with book displays, publication launches, and sales viewings.
• Supporting David Zwirner Books with ongoing projects as required.

Please note that there are general/ad hoc intern tasks included in the role.

What we would like you to have: 

• Strong multi-tasking skills with the ability to prioritize and anticipate needs as well as organisational skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work cross-departmentally.
• Passion for and knowledge of contemporary art.
• The ability to confidently operate a DSLR camera.
• Awareness and interest in top arts publications and journalists.

What you will love about David Zwirner: 

• Competitive Benefits Package!
• David Zwirner has pioneered initiatives dedicated to the gallery’s long-standing commitment to kaleidoscopic storytelling, including: David Zwirner Online, David Zwirner Books, Dialogues, Utopia Editions, and Consignments.
• Premier Access - to private on-site and off-site events, such as exhibition previews, book signings, talks, and walkthroughs with gallery artists and estate members, and external curators and scholars.
• Staff-driven projects and fundraising initiatives. This includes David Zwirner's commitment to Galleries Commit.

Please submit a resume and cover letter.

To ensure that our interns have a well-rounded and educational experience, we ask for a commitment of 6 months. Our gallery hours are 10AM – 6PM, Mondays through Fridays, with additional hours for occasional events and openings. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Eligibility to work in the UK is essential. The start date will be in late February.

David Zwirner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Gallery is firmly committed to equal employment opportunities in all facets of its operations. The Gallery makes decisions concerning hiring and terms and conditions of employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you need assistance in applying to a role, you may reach out to recruiting@davidzwirner.com. No calls or walk-ins will be considered for positions at David Zwirner.