MyrandaCaputo
Bio
Myranda Caputo is a technical development expert with over 25 years of experience in fit, pattern making, and product development. She’s worked with major names like Hanes, Orvis, and L.L. Bean, and now supports brands across the U.S. as a freelance expert. Myranda specializes in fit evaluation, technical design, pattern making, and grading—whether it’s for men’s or women’s apparel. She brings a sharp eye for detail and a collaborative approach to every project. She’s known for solving tricky fit challenges, improving consistency across styles, and helping teams create production-ready designs with less back-and-forth.
Work experience
- Freelance Technical Designer, Fit Specialist, & Pattern Maker | Bespoke Branded Fit (2017 - Present)
- Sr. Manager of Technical Design | Orvis (2024 - Present)
- Co-Owner / Technical Expert | Guided Makers (2019 - 2022)
- Technical Designer II | L.L. Bean (2014 - 2017)
- Adjunct Instructor | Art Institute of Pittsburgh (2013 - 2014)
- Technical Designer | Dick's Sporting Goods (2010 - 2013)
- Senior Pattern Engineer | Hanebrands Inc. (2007 - 2010)
- Technical Designer | Hartstrings (2006 - 2007)
- Pattern Maker | Fishman and Tobin (2002 - 2006)
- Pattern Maker | Flapdoodles Inc. (2000 - 2004)
- Pattern Maker | Outback Trading (2000 - 2004)
- Technical Designer and Pattern Maker | Freelance Consultant (1997 - 2000)
Education
- Philadelphia University | Bachelor's of Science, Apparel Management with Design Concentration
- Philadelphia College of Textiles and Sciences | Bachelor's of Science, Fashion Apparel & Technical Design
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