Creative Event Host: Kids Parties & Craft Classes

Michaels; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Medical

Dental

Vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Adoption assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Michaels stores in Wilmington, NC seek an energetic Event Coordinator to plan and run in-store events, including children's parties, crafting classes, and special activities. You will assist customers, guide them to products, and ensure a fast, friendly checkout experience.

You’ll also manage communications with clients and team members, coordinate event logistics, and contribute to a safe, clean store environment while upholding company standards.

Qualifications

• Experience planning events in a retail environment.
• Experience working with children’s events is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Retail or customer service experience is required.
• Ability to stay organized and handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate multiple events at once including children’s birthday parties and other craft events.
• Engage with clients of all ages, creating a fun and creative environment.
• Demonstrate and instruct party participants in crafts; perform face painting and activities.
• Facilitate add-ons like goody bags and balloons to company standards.
• Communicate events with clients and store team members; handle email and calls.
• Assist with inventory, stocking, and store recovery tasks as needed.
• Ensure client satisfaction and uphold cleanliness and safety standards.

Skills

Event coordination

Customer service

People skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Children's events

Retail experience

Face painting

Job description

Michaels stores in Wilmington, NC seek an energetic Event Coordinator to plan and run in-store events, including children's parties, crafting classes, and special activities. You will assist customers, guide them to products, and ensure a fast, friendly checkout experience.

You’ll also manage communications with clients and team members, coordinate event logistics, and contribute to a safe, clean store environment while upholding company standards.