Craft Party Host & Events Coordinator

Michaels Stores; North Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,383; Part time

Job summary

Michaels Stores in North Aurora, IL seeks an energetic Event Coordinator to plan and coordinate in-store events, including children’s parties and craft classes, delivering a fun and engaging experience. You will guide participants, handle add-ons, and communicate clearly with clients and store staff.

You will also assist customers, support checkout, enroll shoppers in Rewards and Private Label programs, and participate in omnichannel tasks such as BOPIS and SFS.

Qualifications

• Energetic disposition and enthusiastic personality.
• Ability to handle job stress and interact with guests of all ages.
• Excellent people skills and approachability.
• Experience working with children and children’s events.
• Strong written and verbal communication; active listening.
• Excellent organizational skills and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate multiple events (children’s parties, craft classes) at the Michaels store.
• Engage clients of all ages by creating a fun, creative environment and instructing participants.
• Demonstrate crafts, perform face painting and other activities per event needs.
• Coordinate add-ons (goody bags, balloons) to meet company standards.
• Communicate events with clients and store team members; adjust plans based on feedback.
• Assist with in-store customer service, checkout support, and rewards enrollment; participate in omnichannel tasks.

Skills

Event planning

Kids events

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Retail experience

Job description

Michaels Stores in North Aurora, IL seeks an energetic Event Coordinator to plan and coordinate in-store events, including children’s parties and craft classes, delivering a fun and engaging experience. You will guide participants, handle add-ons, and communicate clearly with clients and store staff.

You will also assist customers, support checkout, enroll shoppers in Rewards and Private Label programs, and participate in omnichannel tasks such as BOPIS and SFS.