Tessa McLean

Tessa McLean is an experienced editor and content manager with a comprehensive background in journalism, focusing on lifestyle, food, drink, and health topics. Tessa serves as the California Editor and Local Editor at SFGATE since October 2019, previously held the position of Audience Engagement Editor at Liquor.com from May 2017 to October 2019, where Tessa produced numerous articles reaching a large audience. Tessa has freelanced for various publications including The Bold Italic, 7x7, and Serious Eats, and has played key roles in content strategy at Built In and Wrapports/Sun Times Media. Tessa’s career began with co-founding UPchicago.com and includes contributions to multiple platforms as an editor and writer, supported by a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and Mass Communication and English Literature from the University of Iowa.