About
I'm 
Jesse McLean, a designer who codes (sometimes referred to as a "design engineer") based in 
Calgary, Canada. My interests are in information architecture and content design, and shaping the experiences that make 
interacting with them possible. I also write and speak about these things.
I work at 
Built by Field, a design and technology studio I founded in 2018. We're a deliberately small, focused team creating highly precise and technically sound websites, apps, and brand identities for clients across Canada and the United States. I also help fundraise for local charities with an online platform I co-founded in 2017, enabling over half a million dollars for local charities to date.
Contact
- jesse@builtbyfield.com
- @mcleanjesse
- X.com
- @essejmclean
Latest projects
Calgary Municipal Land Corporation
Constructing a digital environment for world-class city builders
Project
Latest writing
Improving Type-Safety for Prismic Data
As a developer building websites with TypeScript, I'm always on the lookout for ways to improve the type-safety and reliability of my code. One area where type-safety can be particularly challenging is when working with content from an external data source...
ArticleComplexity in Scoping Technical Work
Scoping technical work is notoriously tricky. Throughout my career, it's been a mixed bag—sometimes making a profit, other times not so much. Accurate scoping isn't just about boosting profits; it's about understanding how time is spent, anticipating timel...
ArticleCrafting Your Brand Story
Summary This blog post will delve into the importance of having a clear and compelling brand story and messaging. It will guide readers through the process of defining their brand's identity, values, and voice to ensure consistent and effective communicat...
ArticleThe Three Horsemen of the Website Apocalypse
Is your website failing to deliver the results you need? You're not alone. Many businesses struggle with websites that don’t effectively communicate their value. But what if the real issue lies deeper than the design? Understanding Your Business At the s...
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