A Career Rooted in Southern Nevada Journalism (Image Credits: Unsplash)
Las Vegas – The Las Vegas Review-Journal promoted Carri Geer Thevenot to managing editor this month, placing her in the No. 2 spot within the news organization.[1][2] She steps into the position after more than three years as assistant managing editor and succeeds Anastasia Hendrix, who advanced to vice president of new initiatives earlier this year.[1] The move underscores the newspaper’s emphasis on experienced leadership amid ongoing demands for local coverage in Southern Nevada.
A Career Rooted in Southern Nevada Journalism
Geer Thevenot’s journey at the Review-Journal began in the summer of 1990, when she joined as a police reporter before pursuing advanced studies.[1] She returned full-time in August 1991 with a master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University and spent the next 25 years reporting primarily on crime and courts.[1][3] A California native who graduated from California State University, Chico, she first gained reporting experience at the North County Times in San Diego County.
Her early work laid the foundation for deep institutional knowledge of the newsroom and community. Over decades, she covered high-profile cases that shaped public understanding of justice in Las Vegas. This background positioned her for editorial roles as the newspaper evolved.
Steady Rise Through Editorial Ranks
In 2016, Geer Thevenot shifted from reporting to editing, starting as assistant city editor and quickly advancing to metro editor less than a year later.[1][3] By January 2023, she became assistant managing editor, overseeing metro, business, and eventually investigative teams.[1] These promotions reflected her growing influence in guiding coverage and managing staff.
- Summer 1990: Joins as police reporter (pre-graduate school).
- 1991-2016: Full-time reporter on crime and courts.
- 2016: Assistant city editor.
- 2017: Metro editor.
- 2023: Assistant managing editor for metro and business.
- April 2026: Managing editor.
This progression highlights her adaptability from beat reporting to leadership. Colleagues noted her meticulous approach and relationship-building early in her editing tenure.[3]
Guiding Coverage of Defining Events
Geer Thevenot led teams through some of the region’s most challenging stories. As metro editor, she directed award-winning coverage of the 2017 Las Vegas Strip mass shooting – the deadliest in U.S. history – and its aftermath.[1] Her oversight extended to local impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring thorough community-focused reporting.
She also spearheaded the Review-Journal’s “Judging the Judges” projects in 2019 and 2025, initiatives that examined judicial performance.[1] Earlier as a reporter, she reported on the Oklahoma City bombing trials, including Terry Nichols’ federal case in Denver and Timothy McVeigh’s execution in Indiana in 2001. Parallel corruption probes involving Clark County commissioners and a strip club operator further showcased her investigative depth.
These efforts earned recognition and reinforced the paper’s role in accountability journalism. Her experience with major trials equipped her to mentor reporters on complex stories.
Endorsements from Newsroom Leaders
Executive Editor Glenn Cook praised her readiness for the role. “Carri is beyond well-prepared and extremely deserving of this promotion,” he said. “She is an unquestioned leader of the Review-Journal newsroom, with unrivaled institutional knowledge and the conscience and precision required for this job. She’ll be a fantastic managing editor.”[1]
Geer Thevenot expressed gratitude for the opportunity. “Journalism has been in my blood since I was a teenager, and I’m honored to have the chance to lead the newsroom where I landed my first full-time job after grad school,” she stated. “The Review-Journal has longstanding roots in the community, and I want to help ensure that it remains the most-relevant, most-trusted source of news in Las Vegas.”[1] In 2023, Cook had similarly highlighted her as a “dedicated, thoughtful, respected and aggressive newsroom leader.”[3]
Navigating Leadership in a Key News Outlet
The Review-Journal, under Publisher and Editor J. Keith Moyer and Executive Editor Glenn Cook, maintains its position as Nevada’s largest newspaper.[2] Geer Thevenot now reports to Cook, overseeing daily operations below the executive level. Her promotion aligns with broader transitions, including Hendrix’s move to innovate new projects.
| Position | Leader |
|---|---|
| Publisher/Editor | J. Keith Moyer |
| Executive Editor | Glenn Cook |
| Managing Editor | Carri Geer Thevenot |
| VP New Initiatives | Anastasia Hendrix |
This structure supports robust local reporting on politics, business, and breaking news in a dynamic market like Las Vegas.
Key Takeaways
- Geer Thevenot brings over 35 years of experience, including 25 as a reporter.
- She succeeds in a role pivotal to newsroom operations and award-winning journalism.
- Her focus remains on trusted, community-rooted coverage amid industry changes.
Geer Thevenot’s ascent signals continuity and expertise at the Review-Journal, poised to tackle future stories with the same rigor that defined her career. What do you think about her promotion and its impact on local news? Tell us in the comments.
