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David Zwirner

<div>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 over 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:
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<li>The ideal candidate is someone who is passionate and interested in the arts/larger creative arena or is eager to learn.</li>
<li>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.</li>
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About the Opportunity

Rights &amp; Reproductions Associate | $68k - 78k

David Zwirner seeks a Rights &amp; Reproductions Associate at the gallery's New York headquarters, reporting to the Director of Digital Assets. The Rights and Reproductions Associate is responsible for coordinating the acquisition of reproduction rights and permissions for images in all media for use in the gallery's exhibitions, public programs, website, advertising and promotions. This role also manages incoming third-party image rights requests by securing permissions from gallery artists and estates, and distributing media to requestors for educational use, publishing projects, and other uses. This role involves overseeing copyright compliance, licensing agreements, and the reproduction of materials, ensuring that all usage aligns with legal and contractual obligations. The Rights &amp; Reproductions Associate operates on a hybrid schedule, on-site 4 days per week, and remote 1 day per week.

What you'll do:

Research and Due Diligence:
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<li>Conduct research to determine the copyright status of intellectual property, determine image and artist rights, ownership of copyright, and required clearances.</li>
<li>Perform due diligence in identifying and verifying the ownership of content.</li>
<li>Correspond with rights owner(s) or legal representatives concerning terms of use, credit lines, fees, restrictions, etc.</li>
<li>Special projects and relevant tasks as requested.</li>
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Licensing and Permissions:
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<li>Oversee the gallery's public-facing Rights email account and complete image tracking documentation.</li>
<li>Timely management of all incoming third-party image rights requests and secure permissions from gallery artists and estates for approval, and distribution of all media, including images, text, film and other audiovisual work created by the gallery's artists and Estates to third-party requestors.</li>
<li>Obtain permissions and rights for the use of intellectual property for the gallery's exhibitions, website, press kits, Online Viewing Rooms and other digital initiatives (Social Media, Video, Podcast, and DZ Web).</li>
<li>Collecting and delivering the image assets with the proper captions, data, copyright/courtesy and collection lines and usage terms to all relevant systems, marketing channels and other internal or external parties.</li>
<li>Validating and updating caption, copyright, courtesy line, and other relevant rights data for any assets shared with internal or external parties.</li>
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What we would like you to have:
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<li>Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as law, arts management, or library and information science.</li>
<li>Knowledge of copyright laws, licensing agreements, and intellectual property rights.</li>
<li>Knowledge of collection documentation, digital imaging standards, loan and rights negotiation.</li>
<li>Strong prioritization and organizational skills, with meticulous attention to detail.</li>
<li>Proficiency in editorial and proofing skills.</li>
<li>Familiarity with database and record-keeping software.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills.</li>
<li>Prior experience in rights and reproductions, intellectual property management, or a related field is preferred.</li>
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What you will love about David Zwirner:
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<li>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.</li>
<li>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.</li>
<li>Staff-driven projects and fundraising initiatives. This includes David Zwirner's commitment to Galleries Commit.</li>
<li>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.</li>
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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.

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.</div>

Rights & Reproductions Assistant

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