Creative Party Host & Craft Event Specialist

Michaels; Rocky Point (MS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Benefits package

Job summary

Michaels in Rocky Point, NY is seeking an Event Coordinator to plan and run kids' birthday parties and in-store events, delivering a fun, safe, and engaging experience for guests. You will assist customers, guide projects, and coordinate with store teams to ensure smooth operations.

The role requires strong communication, energy, and organizational skills, with experience in retail or customer service and a passion for engaging families through creative events.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or customer service environment.
• Experience with children's events.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and coordinate events.
• Ability to work with families and guests of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate multiple events at once including children's birthday parties and other craft classes or events.
• Engage with clients of all ages, from 4 to 94+, by creating an environment of fun and creativity.
• Demonstrate and instruct party participants in the completion of craft projects, perform face painting and other activities.
• Facilitate party add-ons such as goody bags, balloons, etc.
• Communicate events with clients and store team members.
• Complete administrative tasks such as answering emails, making phone calls, and completing paperwork as needed.
• Adjust plans and events based on client's feedback and needs.
• Create backup or emergency plans to be executed as needed.
• Ensure client satisfaction for scheduled events.
• Uphold the company's cleanliness and safety standards. Set up, break down, and clean before and after each event.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Organization

Retail experience

Experience with children

Tools

POS system

Job description

Michaels in Rocky Point, NY is seeking an Event Coordinator to plan and run kids' birthday parties and in-store events, delivering a fun, safe, and engaging experience for guests. You will assist customers, guide projects, and coordinate with store teams to ensure smooth operations.

The role requires strong communication, energy, and organizational skills, with experience in retail or customer service and a passion for engaging families through creative events.