events coordinator

Michaels is a leading arts and crafts retail company with over 1,300 stores across North America, including the United States and Canada. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels has established itself as the premier destination for crafting and celebration needs. Known for their extensive selection of products that inspire creativity, Michaels offers everything from framing and art supplies to home décor and seasonal festivities. The company also owns Artistree, a manufacturer specializing in custom and specialty framing merchandise. At Michaels, the mission is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration, providing customers the resources and support they need to bring their artistic projects to life.

This role is for an Event Coordinator position located in College Station, TX. The position involves planning, coordinating, and managing various in-store events, primarily focusing on children’s birthday parties but also including other craft classes and community engagement activities. The Event Coordinator is responsible for creating enjoyable, stress-free, and engaging experiences for customers of all ages, from young children to seniors. This includes interacting warmly with customers, demonstrating craft projects, face painting, and organizing event materials such as gift bags and balloons according to corporate standards.

Additionally, the role incorporates a customer service element where the coordinator assists shoppers in finding products, facilitating a smooth and friendly checkout process, and educating customers about Michaels' rewards programs and credit card offerings. The position requires the ability to perform operational tasks like unloading shipments, stocking shelves, and maintaining store presentation to uphold the company's high retail standards.

The Event Coordinator also handles administrative duties such as responding to emails, making phone calls, and preparing documentation related to events. Flexibility is critical as the coordinator must adapt plans based on customer feedback and needs, create backup plans when necessary, and ensure customer satisfaction throughout the events. Maintaining cleanliness and safety within the store and event areas is an ongoing responsibility, including setup and cleanup activities.

Ideal candidates are energetic, enthusiastic individuals with excellent interpersonal skills and experience working with children at events. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, along with organizational and problem-solving abilities, are essential. Retail or customer service experience is also required. This physically active role demands stamina to stand for extended periods, move throughout the store, lift heavy boxes, and access high shelves safely.

Michaels prioritizes the wellbeing of its team members by offering comprehensive benefits for both full-time and part-time employees, including health insurance covering medical, dental, and vision, paid time off, tuition assistance, and generous discounts. Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure access to employment opportunities. Working at Michaels offers a unique chance to be part of a creative community dedicated to making crafting accessible and joyful for everyone.