Craft Party & Event Host

Michaels; West Virginia; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Michaels in Huntington, WV is seeking an Event Coordinator to plan and execute store events, including children’s birthday parties, to create a fun, engaging guest experience. You will work with clients of all ages, instruct participants in crafts, and coordinate add-ons while maintaining high service standards.

Responsibilities include handling communications, administrative tasks, setting up and breaking down events, and ensuring store cleanliness and safety throughout all activities.

Qualifications

• Energetic and enthusiastic personality for a dynamic store environment.
• Excellent people skills and customer service focus.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Solid organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Creative problem-solving for event planning and execution.
• Experience working with children and children’s events is preferred.
• Retail or customer service experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate events within a Michaels store (including kids birthday parties).
• Engage with clients of all ages to create a fun, creative environment.
• Demonstrate and instruct participants in craft projects; perform face painting and activities.
• Arrange add-ons (goody bags, balloons) and communicate events to clients and team.
• Handle administrative tasks: emails, calls, and paperwork; adjust plans as needed.
• Set up, run, and break down events; ensure cleanliness and safety standards.

Skills

Energetic personality

Excellent people skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Creative problem-solving

Experience with children’s events

Retail/customer service experience

Job description

Michaels in Huntington, WV is seeking an Event Coordinator to plan and execute store events, including children’s birthday parties, to create a fun, engaging guest experience. You will work with clients of all ages, instruct participants in crafts, and coordinate add-ons while maintaining high service standards.

Responsibilities include handling communications, administrative tasks, setting up and breaking down events, and ensuring store cleanliness and safety throughout all activities.