Birthday Party & Event Host

The Michaels Companies Inc. is a leading North American destination for creativity and celebration. Established in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels operates more than 1,300 stores across 49 states and Canada, along with an online presence at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The company also owns Artistree, a specialized manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Michaels stands out as a specialty retailer offering a wide range of products and services designed to inspire and support creative expression for customers of all ages. With a commitment to fueling the joy of creativity, Michaels provides a welcoming environment where individuals and families can find everything needed to celebrate life’s special moments or to embark on artistic projects.

The Role: The Event Coordinator position at the Michaels store in PHX-Gilbert/Germann, AZ is a dynamic and engaging opportunity for someone passionate about planning and executing memorable events within a retail setting. This role primarily involves managing and facilitating various events including children’s birthday parties and craft classes, ensuring that each event is seamless, fun, and satisfying for all participants.

An Event Coordinator at Michaels is responsible for coordinating multiple celebrations simultaneously, creating a creative and inviting atmosphere for guests ranging in age from young children to seniors. The individual will demonstrate craft projects, perform activities such as face painting, and handle additional event components like goody bags and balloons according to company standards. This position requires excellent communication to liaise across clients and internal teams, as well as strong organizational skills to manage administrative tasks including customer inquiries, event documentation, and timely adjustments based on client feedback.

Beyond event management, the role is customer-focused, helping store visitors locate products, providing shopping assistance, and ensuring an efficient checkout process. The Event Coordinator also supports operational tasks such as stock unloading, merchandise stocking, planogram executions, and store recovery to uphold the company’s brand promises and safety guidelines.

This role requires someone energetic and enthusiastic, with experience working closely with children and managing children’s events. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to maintain a positive and respectful demeanor even in challenging situations. The Event Coordinator must be physically capable of standing for long periods, moving throughout the store, and handling physical tasks including lifting and retrieving items.

Michaels offers a supportive work environment with numerous benefits available based on eligibility and position. These include a 401(k) with employer match, medical, dental, vision coverage, telemedicine, and more. The company is committed to inclusion and provides accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure successful participation in the application process and job performance.

Joining Michaels means becoming part of a team that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration, helping customers and team members alike create, celebrate, and be better together.