David Zwirner is currently looking for a highly motivated Communication and Photography Intern to join our Internship Program at our London gallery.
Qualified candidates should be personable, organised, motivated, and responsible, with a strong interest in gaining experience in the daily operations of a contemporary art gallery. The candidate should have a basic knowledge of arts publications, good Photoshop knowledge and be able to confidently operate a DSLR camera. Please read the specific department descriptions carefully before applying.
Primary responsibilities include:
Press Tasks:
- Creating press clippings
- Finding gallery mentions and coverage online and in print publications (using Google Alerts, etc), then flagging these with the Marketing and Communications Assistant
- Assisting with the creation of press reports for exhibitions
- Sourcing relevant print publications from nearby newsagents, or purchasing online where necessary
- 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, press conferences, artist book signings, curator 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)
- Researching publications and journalists for possible future profile/feature/review opportunities
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 Tasks:
- Supporting the maintenance and inventory of the DZG London library
- Assisting with research and purchase of reference titles for upcoming exhibitions
- Packing books and archival material for transport to London Storage or other gallery locations
- Assisting with book displays and sales viewings
Books:
- Assisting David Zwirner Books with ongoing projects as necessary
- Support Gallery Assistant in the maintenance of book inventory where heavy lifting will be occasionally required
Please note that there are general/ad hoc intern tasks included in the role.
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. Absolutely no calls or walk-ins, please. Eligibility to work in the UK is essential. Start date will be in late August.
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.
