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Event Merchandising Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Complete operational tasks including truck unload, merchandise duties, and maintaining store recovery standards as needed to deliver our Brand Promises. Event Coordination * Plan and coordinate ...

Complete operational tasks including truck unload, merchandise duties, and maintaining store recovery standards as needed to deliver our Brand Promises. Event Coordination * Plan and coordinate ...

Event Coordinator

Brea, CA · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

Merchandise * Small batch runs of merchandise to support marketing, sales and promotional efforts Qualifications * Education : Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in marketing, event management ...

Complete operational tasks including truck unload, merchandise duties, and maintaining store recovery standards as needed to deliver our Brand Promises. Event Coordination * Plan and coordinate ...

Complete operational tasks including truck unload, merchandise duties, and maintaining store recovery standards as needed to deliver our Brand Promises. Event Coordination * Plan and coordinate ...

Complete operational tasks including truck unload, merchandise duties, and maintaining store recovery standards as needed to deliver our Brand Promises. Event Coordination * Plan and coordinate ...

Merchandise * Small batch runs of merchandise to support marketing, sales and promotional efforts Qualifications * Education : Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in marketing, event management ...

Complete operational tasks including truck unload, merchandise duties, and maintaining store recovery standards as needed to deliver our Brand Promises. Event Coordination * Plan and coordinate ...

Complete operational tasks including truck unload, merchandise duties, and maintaining store recovery standards as needed to deliver our Brand Promises. Event Coordination * Plan and coordinate ...

Manager, Merchandising

Miami, FL · On-site

$56K - $93K/yr

The Merchandise Manager delivers an approachable, energetic, style conscious and fun shopping ... Utilizes promotional calendar to set priorities and meet signing deadlines for store events

Complete operational tasks including truck unload, merchandise duties, and maintaining store recovery standards as needed to deliver our Brand Promises. Event Coordination * Plan and coordinate ...

Event Cord.

Conway, AR

$15.75/hr

Complete operational tasks including truck unload, merchandise duties, and maintaining store recovery standards as needed to deliver our Brand Promises. Event Coordination * Plan and coordinate ...

Event Cord.

Conway, AR · On-site

$15.75/hr

Complete operational tasks including truck unload, merchandise duties, and maintaining store recovery standards as needed to deliver our Brand Promises. Event Coordination * Plan and coordinate ...

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How much do event merchandising jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for event merchandising in the United States is $17.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How much do merchandisers get paid?

Event merchandisers typically earn between $12 and $20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the complexity of the event. Some may receive additional pay for overtime or travel, and the role often requires strong organizational skills and familiarity with point-of-sale systems.

What is an Event Merchandising job?

An Event Merchandising job involves managing and selling branded merchandise at events such as concerts, festivals, sports games, and conventions. Responsibilities include setting up merchandise booths, handling inventory, processing sales, and providing customer service. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to work in fast-paced environments. Successful event merchandisers help maximize sales and enhance the overall event experience for attendees.

What are the typical responsibilities of an Event Merchandising professional during an event?

An Event Merchandising professional is responsible for setting up and organizing product displays, managing inventory throughout the event, and ensuring all merchandise is visually appealing and easily accessible to attendees. Duties also include processing sales transactions, restocking merchandise as needed, and addressing customer inquiries on the spot. Collaboration with event coordinators, vendors, and sometimes promotional teams is essential to align merchandising efforts with the overall event strategy. This role requires adaptability to fast-paced environments and often involves shifts before, during, and after events to ensure the success of the merchandising area.

What are the 7 rules of merchandising?

In event merchandising, the 7 rules typically include ensuring product visibility, maintaining organized displays, pricing items clearly, understanding customer flow, offering a variety of products, keeping inventory stocked, and creating an attractive presentation. These principles help maximize sales and enhance the customer experience at events. Merchandisers should also be familiar with point-of-sale systems and event-specific regulations.

What is the highest paying job in the event industry?

In the event industry, senior roles such as Event Director or Production Manager tend to be the highest paying, often earning six-figure salaries. These positions require extensive experience, strong leadership skills, and often involve overseeing large-scale events and managing budgets.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Event Merchandising position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Event Merchandising, you need strong organizational skills, knowledge of inventory management, and an understanding of merchandising principles, often supported by experience in retail or event settings. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, merchandising software, and digital analytics tools is commonly required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and customer service orientation set top candidates apart. These skills ensure effective product display, smooth event operations, and maximized sales during events.

What is the highest paid merchandiser?

The highest paid merchandisers are typically those working in specialized or high-demand industries, such as luxury brand merchandising or large-scale event merchandising, with salaries reaching six figures for senior or managerial roles. Compensation depends on experience, location, and the complexity of the products managed, with some earning over $70,000 annually. Advanced skills in sales, inventory management, and branding can also contribute to higher earnings.
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Event Coordinator

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 12 hours ago


Michaels rating

4.8

Company rating: 4.8 out of 10

Based on 941 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

643rd of 724 rated retailers


Job description

Store - SANTA FE, NM
Plan, coordinate, and facilitate events (including kids birthday parties) within a Michaels store to provide a stress-free, fun, and engaging experience for guests. Deliver friendly customer service by helping customers shop at our store and find what they're looking for. Ensure all customers receive a fast and friendly checkout experience. Complete operational tasks including truck unload, merchandise duties, and maintaining store recovery standards as needed to deliver our Brand Promises.
Event Coordination
  • 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 and implement party add-ons such as goody bags, balloons, etc. to company standards.
  • 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.

Customer Experience
  • Help customers shop, locate products, and provide them with solutions.
  • Provide fast and friendly check out experience.
  • Engage customers on benefits of Rewards program and Private Label Credit Cards and complete enrollments.
  • Educate customer on Voice of Customer (VOC) survey.
  • Assist with Omni channel processes, including Buy Online Pickup in Store (BOPIS) and Ship From Store (SFS)
  • Participate in the truck un-load, stocking and planogram (POGs) processes.
  • Complete merchandise recovery and maintenance.
  • Perform Store in Stock Optimization (SISO) and AD set duties as assigned.
  • Support shrink and safety programs
  • Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Company programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and requirements; execute Company policies and standards.
  • Interact with others in an accepting and respectful manner; remain positive and respectful, even in difficult situations; promote commitment to the organization's vision and values; project a positive image and serve as a role model for other Team Members
  • Cross trained in Custom Framing selling and production.
  • Participate in daily store cleanliness activities including (but not limited to) sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, and maintaining cleanliness of restrooms

Other duties as assigned
Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Preferred Type of experience the job requires
  • Energetic and enthusiastic and personality.
  • The ability to handle job stress and interact effectively with others, including guests of all ages and co-workers, are essential functions of the job.
  • Must have excellent people skills.
  • Must have experience working with children and children's events.
  • Must have good communication skills including written, verbal, and nonverbal communication as well as listening skills.
  • Must have organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Retail and/or customer service experience required

Physical Requirements
Work Environment
  • Ability to remain standing for long periods of time.
  • Ability to move throughout the store.
  • Regular bending, lifting, carrying, reaching, and stretching.
  • Lifting heavy boxes and accessing high shelves by ladder or similar equipment
  • If you need help performing these essential functions of your job, please contact your supervisor so that we may engage in the interactive process with you to determine if a reasonable accommodation is available.
  • Public retail store setting taking care of our customers; all public areas are climate controlled; some stock rooms may not be climate controlled; some outdoor work if assigned to retrieve shopping carts or while unloading trucks; Frame shop contains glass cutter and heat press; work hours include nights, weekends, and early mornings

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.
At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com.
At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit www.michaels.com.
Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.
Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).
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