Registration 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: 

Registration Assistant | $50-55k

• David Zwirner seeks a full-time Registration Assistant for immediate hire at its New York gallery. This position reports to the Registrar. The ideal candidate should have 1-3 years relevant registration, collections management and/or logistics experience. An appreciation for organization, the ability to carefully manage time and meet deadlines, and a working knowledge of contemporary art are helpful.
• Position hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 10am to 6pm. The candidate will occasionally need to work additional hours.

What you’ll do:

• Assist with cataloging and processing all incoming artworks, including accurate entry of all pertinent data and uploading of associated images.
• Ensure artwork has been fully and accurately processed upon receipt (i.e. cataloged accurately; dimensions and inscriptions confirmed; frame labels and COA labels applied; verso images uploaded; packing assessed).
• Field data requests from Sales, Registration and other departments.
• Manage and maintain database style guide.
• Perform regular on-site location checks.
• Assist registration with condition reporting as needed.
• Oversee and execute long-term inventory projects.
• Assist with bi-weekly DZ Warehouse shuttle.
• Compile and organize all shipping-related paperwork (i.e. releases, bills of lading, etc.) on a monthly basis for filing.
• Prepare and assist with NYACAL forms as needed.
• Assist registration colleagues as needed.

What we would like you to have:

• 1-3 Years of experience within a gallery or institution
• Experience within Registration, Collections Management, and or Logistics is ideal.
• BA in Art History, Art Business or similar
• Focused, reliable, exacting attention to detail
• Must be able to work with team members at all levels
• Detail oriented with experience in managing upwards.
• Strong Multi-tasking skills with the ability to prioritize and anticipate needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work cross departmentally.
• Passion for and knowledge of contemporary art.

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, Consignments, Program.
• 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 ongoing commitment to sustainability.
• Benefits! Flexible workplace and commuter benefits, corporate memberships to museums, including the Whitney, New Museum, 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. We are an equal opportunity employer, if you need assistance in applying to a role you may reach out to [email protected].