Adanna Talanoa

Torrance

Summary

Operations and administrative professional with 5+ years of experience supporting fast-paced entertainment and public-facing environments, including Creative Artists Agency (CAA). Skilled in event coordination, talent support, scheduling, and cross-functional operations. Proven ability to manage high-volume workflows, coordinate logistics, and deliver seamless experiences in dynamic team environments. Passionate about transitioning into sports operations and event execution

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Trust Accounting / Departmental Assistant

Creative Artists Agency, CAA

Los Angeles

03.2025 - Current

Provide daily operational and administrative support to talent, sports, and entertainment teams
Supports two executives by managing complex calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating cross-functional priorities
Process invoices, third-party payments, and client-related disbursements tied to contracts
Track open items, research discrepancies, and follow through to resolution
Support month-end close and audit requests
Coordinate internal events and team activations, managing logistics, scheduling, and cross-team communication
Coordinate internal meetings, team initiatives, and operational workflows in a fast-paced agency environment
Handle confidential contracts, client information, and sensitive financial records

Administrative Assistant

City Of Manhattan Beach

Manhattan Beach

04.2021 - 03.2025

Provide administrative support to department leadership and program managers
Coordinate schedules, logistics, and event planning for community programs
Create quarterly brochure featuring 500+ activities with high accuracy and deadline compliance
Maintain accounts receivable/payable records and process $150K+ in annual invoices
Track transportation schedules and participant data for 50–100 individuals weekly
Design flyers and marketing materials using Canva

Assistant Supervisor

Airport Terminal Management

Los Angeles

04.2014 - 03.2020

Coordinated daily operations and staffing schedules
Managed service requests and internal logs
Maintained accurate documentation and reports
Resolved customer concerns and escalations
Led daily briefings and ensured procedural compliance
Supervised daily operations within airport terminal facilities.
Coordinated staff schedules and assignments for efficient service delivery.
Assisted in training new employees on operational procedures and safety protocols.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hawthorne High School

Hawthorne, CA

06-2011

Skills

Event Coordination & Logistics
Calendar & Executive Support
Cross-Functional Communication
Vendor & Payment Coordination

High-Volume Email Management
Canva & Marketing Materials
Detail-Oriented Operations
Problem Solving & Adaptability

Timeline