Communications & Marketing Intern

David Zwirner is seeking a Communications and Marketing intern in Los Angeles to help with day-to-day operations. This position offers hands-on experience with an established gallery dedicated to advancing its artists, programs, and ever-expanding platforms and content (David Zwirner Books and Dialogues: The David Zwirner Podcast) to the forefront of contemporary dialogue.

This role will include assisting the team with daily tasks, administrative support, archive and management, and supporting the successful promotion of current and upcoming exhibitions. 

Working closely with the Communications and Marketing teams on both daily goals and larger creative endeavors, you will become an active participant in a dynamic environment, growing a nuanced understanding of the Los Angeles art gallery landscape. You will also have the opportunity to interact with other gallery teams including Events, Digital, Social Media, Design, Research, Content, Books, and Photo teams, among others.

The Intern will work onsite three days a week in our LA office.

Primary responsibilities include:

Press Support 

• Maintain a strong understanding of publishing industry matters in service of an expansive artist roster, David Zwirner Books, and Dialogues: The David Zwirner Podcast. 


• Aid in the production of media reports, both internally and externally for artist studios and estates as necessary. 


• Create press packages for upcoming exhibitions and media requests. 


• Track incoming press, including monitoring daily media alerts and creating press clippings, for the gallery and its artists, estates, and exhibitions. 


• Work to actively maintain, research, and expand our roster of media contacts.


• Support our growing press archive—both print and digital—which may involve organizational and research-based projects. 

Marketing Support

• Research target audiences and update gallery contact databases, preparing lists for client or VIP mailings and public events (including book signings and artist talks). 


• Assist with tracking marketing costs and invoices and filing accounting receipts.


• Support in the development and routing of marketing materials including creating advertising design briefs and preparing asset presentations for review. 


• Support the Communications and Marketing Manager with requests as needed.

Event Support

• Assist with guest list development and management, including tracking RSVPs for public and private events (including artist and curator talks, exhibition walkthroughs, book signings, cocktail parties, and more), reporting RSVPs on a weekly basis to the internal marketing team, and putting together post-event reports. Liaise with the marketing team to craft responses to questions and inquiries. 


• Develop a master DZLA event list based on frequent invitees and attendees to past LA gallery events. 


• Assist with event preparation, including outreach to vendors, helping develop run of shows, and coordinating across teams including sales, facilities, and front desk.  


• Assist with event set-up including setting up seating and preparing materials such as seating tabs, face charts, and seating maps, offering an opportunity to grow a nuanced understanding of the gallery’s relationship to key art world figures including artists, collectors, curators, critics, and institutional contacts. 


• On-site event support includes checking in guests for press previews and private and public events. Occasional availability for events on weekday evenings & weekends is a must. 

Desired Qualifications & Skills: 

• Must have a general interest in the arts or larger creative arena


• Desire to work in a fast-paced environment


• Enthusiasm for engaging in a range of media and interdisciplinary projects, from public and private events to audience growth initiatives and press campaigns


• Eager to learn, self-starter


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Detail-oriented, strong time-management skills, and an ability to multitask


• Knowledge of Excel and Google Documents is required


• Knowledge of Notion, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Figma is a plus 

The Winter/fall internship runs from approximately January - April. Hours are 10AM – 6PM.  All interns are paid LA minimum wage of $17.28/hour. Candidates must be a resident of CA.  Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Absolutely no calls or walk-ins please.

Please submit a resume and cover letter.

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.