Client Development 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 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. 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, and those wanting to learn and grow within the industry, to apply. 

About the Opportunity 

Client Development Assistant | $50k-55k commensurate with experience

David Zwirner seeks a full-time Client Development Assistant at its Chelsea New York gallery. This role will support the Client Development team by maintaining client records, developing targeted client lists for a range of initiatives and assisting the Client Development Senior Director and the Client Development Associate with ongoing projects.

Candidates must be diligent, extremely organized, and possess excellent time management and communication skills. Previous experience with data entry, updating records and research is strongly recommended. This role involves significant exposure to client information, therefore discretion is essential.

What you’ll do: 

• Update records and keep the most accurate information for collectors and institutions.
• Create client lists for marketing, events, and other development initiatives.
• Liaise with the global Sales Assistants for immediate needs and long-term projects.
• Support the Client Development Associate on all client data for a range of projects.
• Manage the schedule and office of the Client Development Senior Director.

What we would like you to have: 

• BA in Art History and/or Arts Administration
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, particularly Google Sheets
• Superb communication and time management skills
• Ability to creatively problem solve
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What you will love about David Zwirner: 

• 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, and 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 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, and family medical, dental, and vision benefits. 401K savings plan with automatic employer contributions.

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and three (3) references.

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].