Retail - Part-Time Party & Event Host

The Michaels Companies Inc. is a leading arts and crafts retail company operating 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 creative products and DIY project supplies. The company also owns Artistree, a manufacturer specializing in custom and specialty framing merchandise, which complements Michaels' robust offerings. Michaels is known for fostering creativity, celebration, and community through a wide range of products and educational events designed for crafters of all ages and skill levels. The company’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures a welcoming environment for its employees and customers alike. Michaels is dedicated to providing a supportive workplace with numerous benefits, including health coverage, retirement plans, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

The role of Event Coordinator at Michaels in the Arlington North, Texas store is a dynamic and rewarding position focusing on planning, coordinating, and facilitating events within the store, such as children’s birthday parties and craft classes. This position is integral to delivering a memorable and enjoyable experience for customers of all ages by managing event logistics, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maintaining the high standards of the Michaels brand. The Event Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing multiple events, designing creative craft projects, conducting engaging activities like face painting, and implementing event add-ons such as goody bags and balloons.

In addition to event management, this role involves providing excellent customer service throughout the store, assisting shoppers in finding products, and ensuring a smooth checkout process. Team members are expected to participate in store operations including truck unloads, merchandise stocking, and maintaining orderly and appealing store displays. The position requires effective communication with clients and store team members, administrative tasks like responding to emails and managing paperwork, and adaptability to client feedback to tailor event experiences.

Those in this role contribute to the overall retail and customer service environment by adhering to company policies, promoting safety and shrink control programs, and encouraging customer loyalty initiatives such as rewards program enrollments. Cross-training in specialties like custom framing further enhances the versatility and value of the Event Coordinator. The position demands physical stamina, interpersonal skills, creativity, and a passion for crafting and customer engagement.

Michaels offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members and their families, with offerings such as 401(k) plans with employer matching, medical, dental and vision insurance, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, tuition and adoption assistance, and access to exclusive employee discounts. The company’s inclusive culture and commitment to reasonable accommodations ensure that individuals with disabilities can thrive in this role. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Michaels invites applicants who are enthusiastic, organized, and enjoy working with children and diverse customer groups to join their team and help fuel the joy of creativity and celebration.