Party & Event Host

Michaels is a leading arts and crafts retail company founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas. With over 1,300 stores across 49 states in the U.S. and Canada, Michaels has become the go-to destination for creative projects, celebrations, and custom framing needs. The company also owns Artistree, a manufacturer specializing in custom and specialty framing merchandise. Michaels is recognized for fueling the joy of creativity and celebration by offering a broad selection of art supplies, craft materials, framing services, and seasonal décor. Their customer-focused environment aims to inspire individuals and families to explore their creativity in a welcoming and supportive setting.

This role is based in the Denver-Highlands Ranch, Colorado store and involves planning, coordinating, and facilitating events such as children's birthday parties within the store setting. The Event Coordinator position focuses on creating a stress-free, enjoyable, and engaging experience for customers of all ages while ensuring high standards of cleanliness, safety, and customer service. The coordinator provides hands-on support during events by leading craft projects, performing activities like face painting, and managing event logistics including party add-ons like goody bags and balloons. The role also includes administrative duties such as managing communications, responding to emails, adjusting event plans according to client feedback, and ensuring overall client satisfaction.

In addition to event coordination, this position demands a strong commitment to delivering outstanding customer service by assisting customers with product selection, facilitating smooth checkout experiences, and promoting company programs such as rewards and private label credit card enrollments. The position requires involvement in operational store functions like unloading trucks, stocking merchandise, maintaining display settings, and supporting shrink and safety programs. The candidate will be cross-trained in custom framing sales and production to enhance their versatility within the store team.

This role requires excellent interpersonal skills, creativity, and the ability to handle interactions with customers and coworkers professionally and positively under various circumstances. The position requires a physical ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy objects, and perform tasks that involve bending, reaching, and using equipment like ladders safely. The work environment is primarily a public retail setting with climate-controlled areas, occasional outdoor duties, and possible exposure to heat press equipment in the framing department.

Michaels offers a competitive hourly wage for this position, ranging from $15.16 to $17.70 per hour, and provides comprehensive benefits designed to support both full-time and part-time team members. Benefits include health insurance covering medical, dental, and vision care, paid time off, tuition assistance programs, and substantial employee discounts. Michaels is committed to equal employment opportunity, inclusivity, and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals to ensure a diverse and supportive work environment. This role is ideal for candidates with experience working with children and in retail or customer service roles who possess excellent communication, organizational skills, and a passion for fostering creative experiences.