Associate Director, Events

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 

Associate Director, Events | DZP

David Zwirner Gallery is seeking a dynamic Director/Associate Director to join our global marketing department. This pivotal role, based in Paris, reports jointly to the DZP Managing Director and New York-based Events Director, and is responsible for the successful execution of all private events for David Zwirner Paris and Europe, and select London programs.

Instrumental in developing client cultivation and programming– including events, gifting, and other high-touch outreach and engagement initiatives– this role presents an exciting opportunity for a passionate marketing professional to make a meaningful impact within an artist-first institution.

What you’ll do: 

Private Events and Client Relations Management: 

• Lead and coordinate all logistics for Paris and Europe including exhibition openings, art fairs, institutional shows, and development events.
• Ensure the event programming and approach is aligned with marketing, branding, and sales objectives.
• Lead on the list, strategy, and venue management of select London events that serve as global cultivation moments.
• Collaborate with the Client Development team on guest lists, invites, and RSVPs.
• Partner with the Global Events team to align private events with gallery standards and best practices.
• Scout and secure venues, manage vendors, and negotiate budgets; manage and oversee all aspects of on-site events.
• Serve as the primary liaison for vendors, ensuring smooth communication and execution on the day of events.
• Manage internal communications and outreach for Paris’ private events.
• Oversee on-site logistics, guest experience, and ensure successful event execution.
• Serve as primary partner and liaison for external partners on cohosted events, including galleries, institutions, and more.
• Work with the DZP Directors and New York-based Events Director on budgeting, approvals, and logistical coordination.
• Manage the DZP Front Desk Assistant for list outreach, RSVP management, and other key event support.
• Develop and monitor KPIs for private event programming, including attendance, budget, retention, and acquisition.
• Organize post-mortem evaluations, providing event reporting and analysis, gathering feedback across teams to document insights and share learnings.

Cultivation and Development:

• Oversee and manage high-touch outreach efforts (gifting, mailing, etc) to select EU client segments, in collaboration with Paris and NY-based teams.
• Develop and execute DZP/EU-focused cultivation programming to support DZP exhibitions and client development goals.
• Secure development partnerships with reputable partners, ranging from luxury houses and affinity groups, in Paris and Europe.
• Develop strategies to enhance client acquisition and retention, collaborating with client development teams to optimize opportunities across Paris and Europe.

Public Events Oversight: 

• Oversee management of DZP public events, including exhibitions, artist talks, book signings, and press previews, with support of DZP team and Marketing Communications Coordinator.
• Manage the DZP events calendar, collaborating with team members to promote and support events.
• Act as or manage the project lead for all public events; Serve as the primary liaison for vendors, ensuring smooth communication and execution on the day of events.
• Develop and communicate timelines and strategies for each event to stakeholders.
• Manage and curate guest lists for public events, managing outreach, and RSVP processes with support from the DZLA Front Desk. 

What we would like you to have: 

• 8+ years of relevant experience in events, marketing, development, or press relations within a comparable organization and industry.
• Understanding of the global art market, collector culture, and luxury client expectations.
• Exceptional communication skills and extraordinary attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, managing time and meeting tight deadlines. 
• A collaborative mindset and solutions-oriented approach.
• Fluency in French and English required; other European languages a plus.
• Experience negotiating high-value contracts, sponsorships, or partnerships.
• Event management tools, CRM systems (like Salesforce, Tessitura, or Artlogic), and Microsoft Office or Google Suite; ZKipster or LaunchMetrics.

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, and be prepared to provide three (3) professional references upon request.

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.