Publishing Assistant

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 market, 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 passionate and interested in the arts/larger creative arena or is eager to learn. Previous experience and a background within the commercial art world is not required.
• We welcome all individuals entering the workforce, those moving into a new stage of their career or vocation, making a change, returning to work, those wanting to learn and grow within the industry, to apply.

About the Opportunity: 

Publishing Assistant | $50,000-$55,000

• David Zwirner Books, the publishing imprint of David Zwirner, is seeking a Publishing Assistant to work alongside our publishing team during a maternity leave and location transition of the NYC bookstore. The ideal candidate will be focused and hardworking, with excellent attention to detail, and a demonstrated interest in publishing and contemporary art. Superior communication skills, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and a collaborative, efficient work style are required. This fast-paced role includes responsibilities related to both the production and sales of our publications. The position is expected to uphold the David Zwirner standards, policies, and procedures. Please note that this role requires significant physical labor, including lifting and carrying heavy books and relocating them between the store and receiving locations. 
• Schedule and Hours: Monday–Friday, 10 AM–6 PM, with occasional extra hours for events.

What you'll do:

• Maintain the book product pages on the website and managing updates
• Fulfillment of all e-commerce orders physically and through Shopify: create and print shipping labels, package and fulfill orders, and manage USPS and UPS pick-ups 
• Act as main liaison between the gallery’s sales team and customer service requests 
• Staff book events and book fairs as needed
• Order management of new inventory and inventory transfers
• Liaise with front desk teams globally on inventory and needs for selling and gifting, support coordination of inventory orders and shipments for global exhibitions
• Draft and share information guides on related books for exhibitions on view
• Assist distribution team with drafting marketing copy for seasonal sales catalogues
• Conduct image research, acquire high-res image files, and clear photography and artwork reproduction rights for all book projects
• Research, confirm, and format photography credits, collection lines, and image and artwork captions for all books

What we would like you to have:

• 1+ years experience in a gallery or retail space, preferably within spaces associated with the arts or books
• Working knowledge of publishing and the arts
• Strong commitment to artists and the artistic program of the gallery
• A collaborative and positive attitude with an eagerness to take on new challenges

What you will love about David Zwirner (benefits): 

• 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.
• Benefits! Flexible workplace and commuter benefits, corporate memberships to museums, including the Whitney, MOMA, and others. Summer Fridays, generous PTO and leave, Family Medical/Dental/Vision benefits. 401K savings plan with automatic employer contributions.

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 [email protected].

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