Electronic Theatre Controls, also known as ETC, a privately owned company headquartered in the US, was founded in 1975 and employs approximately 950 individuals. The company reported $170.0M in revenue as of 2024. Specializing in content acquisition, the company manufactures lighting and rigging technology. Its products are utilized across small and large venues, including theatres, churches, restaurants, hotels, schools, television studios, casinos, theme parks, and opera houses.
On February 25, 2026, Electronic Theatre Controls (ETC) opened applications for its 2026 Fred Foster Student Mentorship Program, allowing selected students to network with industry professionals through online events and receive mentorship for career transition. This follows the company's announcement on February 19, 2026, that CEO Dick Titus would retire after 35 years with ETC, including seven years in the top leadership role.
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Electronic Theatre Controls offers products in the media tech industry. Electronic Theatre Controls's product portfolio comprises of content acquisition.
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Electronic Theatre Controls's revenues were less than $250M in 2024. All the revenue comes from studio lighting systems.
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Electronic Theatre Controls's customers primarily consist of media managed services and live events companies. Examples of Electronic Theatre Controls's customers include Dutch National Opera & Ballet and ITN.
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