Party and Event Host

The Michaels Companies Inc. is a renowned retail company specializing in arts and crafts supplies, with over 1,300 stores across 49 states and Canada. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels has grown to become the leading destination for creative and craft-related products and events in North America. The company also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise, expanding its footprint in the crafting industry. Michaels is dedicated to fostering creativity and joy through a wide range of products and services tailored for customers of all ages, from hobbyists to professionals. The company takes pride in providing an inclusive and supportive workplace, adhering to equal opportunity employment standards and ensuring accessibility for individuals with disabilities. Michaels promotes a culture where team members can thrive while delivering exceptional customer experiences and creative inspiration in their communities.

The role being offered at the Baltimore-Columbia, MD store is focused on event coordination within the Michaels retail environment. This position centers around planning, coordinating, and facilitating events, including children’s birthday parties and craft classes aimed at creating a fun and engaging atmosphere for guests. The event coordinator will be responsible for managing multiple events simultaneously, engaging actively with clients to ensure they have memorable and enjoyable experiences, and delivering crafts and activities with enthusiasm and professionalism.

In addition to event planning, the role requires delivering exemplary customer service by assisting in product selection, offering creative solutions, and ensuring smooth and friendly checkout experiences. Candidates will be involved in operational tasks essential to maintaining store standards, including unloading trucks, stocking merchandise, completing store recovery processes, and supporting safety and shrink programs.

The position emphasizes a high level of communication skills needed to interact effectively with customers and co-workers, including managing administrative duties like emails, phone calls, and paperwork related to the events. Candidates must be adaptable, able to adjust event plans based on client feedback, and capable of managing both the creative and logistical aspects of party execution while upholding company cleanliness and safety standards.

This role provides an opportunity to work in a dynamic retail setting that is both customer-facing and back-end operational, perfect for individuals who enjoy engaging with diverse age groups and fostering a community of creativity. The position offers an hourly wage range of $16.00 to $18.80 and includes comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance, and generous employee discounts.

Michaels places a high priority on team members' wellbeing and professional growth, ensuring a supportive work environment that values organizational vision, respect, and inclusion. The position requires physical activity including standing for extended periods, lifting, and moving around the store, as well as occasional outdoor work. Michaels encourages applicants requiring accommodations to engage in the interactive process to support their successful employment experience.