Part Time Party & Event Host

Michaels is a celebrated leader in the arts and crafts retail industry, renowned for being the go-to destination for creativity and celebration throughout North America. Since its founding in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels has grown to operate over 1,300 stores across 49 states and Canada, along with a robust online presence at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The company also owns Artistree, a manufacturer specializing in custom and specialty framing merchandise, further strengthening its reputation as the ultimate resource for all things artistic and creative. At its core, Michaels is dedicated to igniting creativity and joy by providing a comprehensive range of crafting supplies, project ideas, and expert guidance to millions of customers who seek to express themselves artistically.

Working at Michaels offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a passionate team that values inclusion, creativity, and outstanding customer service. The company is committed to fostering a diverse and safe work environment where individuals can collaborate, innovate, and grow both personally and professionally. To support its team members, Michaels provides extensive benefits for both full-time and part-time employees, including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, and generous employee discounts. This nurturing environment cultivates a culture in which employees feel supported and empowered to deliver their best work.

The Event Coordinator role at Michaels Tallahassee, FL, is a dynamic position perfect for someone with a creative, energetic, and customer-focused mindset. This role centers around planning, coordinating, and facilitating engaging events such as children's birthday parties and various craft classes within the store setting. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced retail environment and is passionate about creating memorable, fun, and stress-free experiences for guests of all ages.

As an Event Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing multiple events simultaneously, communicating effectively with clients to understand their needs, and ensuring every event runs smoothly from start to finish. This includes hands-on participation by demonstrating craft projects, face painting, and administering party add-ons like goody bags and balloons to company quality standards. You will also handle administrative tasks such as responding to emails, making phone calls, and maintaining detailed event records to ensure client satisfaction.

Beyond event planning, this role requires a strong commitment to excellent customer service in the broader retail context. You will help customers shop efficiently, locate products, and answer their questions with expertise and a friendly demeanor. Additionally, you will contribute to operational store tasks including receiving and unloading shipments, stocking shelves, maintaining merchandise displays, and upholding cleanliness and safety standards in the store.

This role demands excellent interpersonal skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities. Experience working with children and orchestrating children’s events is highly valued, as is the ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written forms. Physical requirements include standing for extended periods, moving around the store, lifting and carrying merchandise, occasionally using ladders, and managing stockroom activities. The position may also involve evening, weekend, and early morning shifts in a climate-controlled yet retail environment.

Michaels is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that champions full inclusion and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are passionate about crafting a unique customer experience, enjoy working in a vibrant retail setting, and want to be part of a company that fuels creativity and celebration, the Event Coordinator position at Michaels is an excellent career opportunity.