Jennifer McClellan

Jennifer McClellan is an experienced editor and journalist with a strong background in music, books, and dining news. Currently serving as the Music & Books Editor at USA TODAY since May 2018, Jennifer has also held various editorial positions within the publication, focusing on entertainment, lifestyle, and parenting content. Prior to this, Jennifer was a dining news reporter at The Arizona Republic from February 2009 to August 2018, where notable achievements included reporting on Arizona's thriving restaurant industry and entertainment events. Jennifer's early experience includes an internship at DRAFT Magazine, where responsibilities included proofreading and fact-checking. Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University, completed in 2009.