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Michaels is a leading arts and crafts retail company known for inspiring creativity and celebration across North America. Established in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels operates over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada, alongside an online platform at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. As a household name in the arts and crafts industry, Michaels offers a comprehensive selection of products ranging from framing supplies to crafting materials, catering to hobbyists, artists, educators, and families alike. The company also owns Artistree, a manufacturer known for its specialty custom framing merchandise. Michaels aims to be the best place for all things creative, fostering an environment where customers can freely explore and develop their artistic talents. Michaels is recognized not only for its extensive product range but also for its dedication to customer service and community engagement. The company values a culture of inclusivity, innovation, and inspiration, making it a desirable workplace for individuals passionate about creativity and customer experience.

The role of Event Coordinator at the SEA-TACOMA, WA Michaels store offers an exciting opportunity to be at the center of community engagement through crafting events and birthday parties. This position is essential in delivering a stress-free, fun, and memorable experience for guests of all ages. The Event Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and facilitating a variety of events, especially children's birthday parties and craft classes, ensuring each event is executed flawlessly and to company standards. This involves engaging with clients and party participants, demonstrating craft projects, leading activities like face painting, and managing party enhancements such as goody bags and balloons. Excellent communication skills are vital, as this role requires interaction with clients, team members, and customers both in person and through administrative channels such as emails and phone calls.

Beyond event management, the Event Coordinator supports the overall customer experience by assisting shoppers in locating products, providing exemplary service at checkout, and promoting the store's Rewards program and Private Label Credit Cards. The role includes operational duties such as unloading trucks, stocking merchandise, organizing displays, and maintaining store recovery standards to ensure the store environment is welcoming and orderly. This position demands flexibility and the ability to juggle multiple responsibilities, from creative facilitation to physical tasks such as lifting and restocking. Candidates should be energetic, enthusiastic, and possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with prior experience in retail and customer service being a key asset.

Michaels values the wellbeing of its team members by offering robust benefits including health insurance options (medical, dental, vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, and generous employee discounts. This role operates within a dynamic retail environment requiring the ability to stand for extended periods, perform physical tasks, and work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and early mornings. Michaels is committed to equal opportunity employment and providing reasonable accommodations to ensure every team member's success and inclusion within the company. The hourly pay range for this position is $17.50 - $20.60, reflecting the company’s investment in its employees and the significance of this role for delivering a joyful and creative customer experience.