Mr. Christmas · MH1

Canned DM Responses

Version 1.1  ·  April 2026
How to use this doc: These are starting points, not scripts. Personalize with the customer's name and any product-specific details before sending. Responses marked ESCALATE should go to a human immediately.

Contents

  1. Frequently Asked Questions (8 responses)
  2. Influencer Inquiries (4 responses)
  3. Customer Service Escalations (6 responses)
  4. Response Time Targets
Category 1

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1 — Where can I buy Mr. Christmas products?

FAQ 01
Hi [Name]! You can shop directly at mrchristmas.com — that's where you'll find our largest selection with ground shipping on US orders over [threshold]. We're also carried at Walmart, Amazon, Michaels, Macy's, and Kohl's. Heads up: our website typically has the widest selection, especially for our animated displays. Is there a specific product you're looking for? Happy to point you in the right direction! 🎄

Q2 — What's the warranty on your products?

FAQ 02
Great question! If something isn't working right, reach out to our customer service team at [support email/link] and they'll take care of you. Is there a specific product you're asking about? Happy to share more details!

Q3 — Will [product] be back in stock?

FAQ 03
Hi [Name]! [Product name] is currently out of stock — we completely understand the frustration, especially when you've got your heart set on a specific piece. Best thing to do: sign up for the back-in-stock notification at [link] and you'll be the first to know when it's available again. In the meantime, would you like recommendations for something similar? I'd be happy to help!

Q4 — Is [product] for indoor or outdoor use?

FAQ 04
Hi [Name]! [Product name] is designed for [indoor/outdoor/both] use. [Add specific detail, e.g., "It's rated for covered outdoor areas but not direct rain exposure."] You can find the full product specs at [link to product page]. And if you have any doubts about a specific setup situation, feel free to ask — happy to help you figure out if it's the right fit!

Q5 — What age range are your products appropriate for?

FAQ 05
Note: This response does not apply to Santa's Magical Telephone inquiries — that product is a toy designed for ages 3+. Use a tailored response for that product.
Hi [Name]! Our animated displays are primarily designed as decorative pieces for the home — meant to be displayed and enjoyed by the whole family, not handled by young children. Most of our pieces are best appreciated by ages 14+, and they make amazing additions to any collector's display. Looking for something specific for a younger family? I can point you to a few options that work well in family homes. 🎄

Q6 — Do you ship internationally?

FAQ 06
Hi [Name]! Right now, we ship within the US. We don't have international shipping available directly through mrchristmas.com at this time. Some of our products are available through international Amazon marketplaces — that might be worth checking depending on where you are! Sorry we can't be more helpful here — we hope to expand in the future. Anything else I can help with?

Q7 — Can I replace a specific part / accessory?

FAQ 07
Hi [Name]! Replacement parts availability depends on the product. For some of our pieces, we do have accessories or replacement components available. Can you send me the product name and what specifically needs replacing? I'll check on availability and point you in the right direction. If we don't carry the part, our customer service team at [email] will know the best path forward. 🎄

Q8 — How do I set up [product]? / I'm having trouble with setup.

FAQ 08
Hi [Name]! Let's get you sorted! Tell me what's happening and I'll do my best to help — or I'll get you connected with someone from our customer service team who can walk you through it directly. 🎄
Category 2

Influencer Inquiries

I2a — Organic collab inquiry (no rates mentioned)

INF 01
Hi [Name]! Thanks so much for reaching out — we love seeing the holiday decorating community come together. We do work with creators who share a genuine love for Christmas and home décor. To find out if we'd be a good fit, could you share what you'd be envisioning for a potential collab? From there, our team can take a look and get back to you! We appreciate you thinking of us. 🎄

I2b — Paid collab inquiry (mentions rates or "paid partnership")

INF 02
Hi [Name]! Thank you for reaching out about a paid partnership — we appreciate you sharing your work with us. We're always exploring collaborations that are a genuine fit for the Mr. Christmas brand. Could you send over: • Your media kit or audience breakdown • Rate card or typical campaign structure • A few examples of past branded content you're proud of Our marketing team reviews partnership inquiries and will follow up from there. Thanks for your patience! 🎄
→ Forward to marketing team after acknowledging.

I2c — Micro-influencer / small creator, no media kit

INF 03
Hi [Name]! Thanks so much for reaching out — we love connecting with people who are genuinely passionate about Christmas and home décor. We're launching an affiliate program soon that could be a great fit for creators at any follower count — stay tuned for details. If you're a genuine fan of Mr. Christmas products, we'd love to find a way to work together. Tell us a little more about your content and what you'd envision. We're all ears. 🎄

I2d — Follow-up when we don't have capacity right now

INF 04
Hi [Name]! Thanks for your patience — we've reviewed your profile and while your content is really great, we don't have the bandwidth for new partnerships right now. We'd love to stay in touch. Make sure you're following us and feel free to reach back out in [timeframe]. We appreciate you thinking of us! 🎄
Category 3

Customer Service Escalations

All ESCALATE responses: Copy the message details and forward to customer service immediately. The DM response is a bridge to get them into the proper CS flow — it is not a resolution. Important: We want the customer to email CS directly — Zendesk cannot initiate outbound threads without an existing conversation. If a customer won't or can't email in, the social team should email CS and CC the customer on that chain.

CS1 — Product arrived damaged or broken

ESCALATE
Hi [Name], we're so sorry to hear this — receiving a damaged order is incredibly frustrating, especially when you're excited about it. This is not the experience we want for you. Please reach out to our customer service team directly at [support email] or [phone] so they can assist you. When you contact them, please include your order number. If you purchased from a retailer other than mrchristmas.com, please have your proof of purchase ready. We appreciate your patience. 🎄

CS2 — Product stopped working (in-season)

ESCALATE
Hi [Name], we're really sorry to hear this — especially during the holiday season when you're counting on it. Please contact our customer service team as soon as possible at [support email] or [phone number] with your order number and a description of what's happening. If you purchased from a retailer other than mrchristmas.com, please have your proof of purchase ready. We appreciate you reaching out and we're going to make sure this gets handled. 🎄

CS3 — Warranty claim / requesting replacement

ESCALATE
Hi [Name]! Thanks for reaching out. The fastest way to start a warranty claim is directly through our customer service team at [support email] — they'll need your original order information and can walk you through the process from there. 🎄

CS4 — Wrong item received

ESCALATE
Hi [Name]! Oh no, we're sorry about the mix-up. Please contact our customer service team at [support email] with your order number and a photo of what you received. They'll get the correct item out to you and arrange return of the wrong one. Thank you for letting us know. 🎄

CS5 — General negative experience / angry message

ESCALATE
Hi [Name], thank you for sharing this with us — we hear you, and we're sorry your experience didn't reflect the quality we aim to deliver. We want to make this right. Could you send your order number and details of what happened to [support email]? Our customer service team will review it personally and get back to you. We appreciate you giving us the chance to address this. 🎄

CS6 — Negative public comment (reply in-comment, not DM)

ESCALATE
We're so sorry to hear this, [Name]. This isn't the experience we want for you. Please DM us your order number and we'll take care of it right away.
Note: Use this as a public comment reply, then follow up via DM to get them into the CS flow.

Response Time Targets

CategoryTarget Response Time
FAQWithin 4 hours (business hours)
Influencer inquiryWithin 24 hours
CS escalationWithin 2 hours — flag immediately
Positive commentsWithin 2 hours when possible
Negative public commentsWithin 1 hour — high priority