Events Coordinator / Manager

Job Description

Job Description

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 are 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

Events Coordinator / Manager| $75k-85k

David Zwirner Gallery seeks a dynamic Events Coordinator / Manager to join its Marketing department. The position is based in Los Angeles and reports jointly to the Gallery Director (DZLA) and Director of Events (New York).

The ideal candidate will have strong administrative and organizational skills, as well as three to five years of experience inat creating seamless, best-in-class events and memorable experiences in a variety of formats, from the intimate to the inclusive, in the luxury, arts, or related fields. Superior communication skills, the ability to develop and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment, and the ability to work with multiple teams is required. This position will involve contact with artists, curators, collectors and vendors; therefore discretion, professionalism, and superb client-facing skills are essential.

Position hours are Monday-Friday, 10am to 6pm, with occasional need to work additional hours.

What you'll do :

Private Events - Manage and coordinate A-to-Z logistics for DZLA-based private events annually (exhibition openings, art fairs, 3rd party / institutional shows, development groups, etc), which includes but is not limited to :

Public & Gallery-related Events - Manage and coordinate A-to-Z logistics for DZLA-based public events annually, which include but are not limited to :

What we would like you to have :

What you will love about David Zwirner :

Please submit a resume and cover letter, and be prepared to provide three (3) professional references upon request.

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 recruiting@davidzwirner.com. No calls or walk-ins will be considered for positions at David Zwirner.