Genuine Casting Seeks People With Meaningful Small Business Stories

GENUINE is now casting people who want to nominate a local small business that has made a meaningful impact in their community.

The casting team is searching in Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, and Miami for individuals who have a personal connection to a favorite neighborhood business. Whether it is a diner that has served the community for years, a barbershop where everyone knows each other, or a local bookstore that has become a gathering place, this casting call is focused on real stories and real community connections.

This opportunity is open to all genders and ethnicities, ages 18 and older. Applicants should be regular customers, supporters, or community members who can speak honestly about why a local small business matters to them.

Selected participants may be featured in a digital marketing campaign and will be compensated if chosen for the final project.

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Casting Details 📍

Casting Company: GENUINE
Project: Digital marketing campaign
Locations: Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, and Miami
Who Can Apply: All genders and ethnicities, ages 18+
Submission Deadline: August 10, 2026

GENUINE is especially interested in businesses that are deeply connected to their local communities. These should be places with character, loyal customers, and a strong neighborhood presence.

Types of Small Businesses They Are Looking For 🏪

The casting team is open to many types of local businesses, including:

🍽️ Diners, delis, cafes, and coffee shops
💈 Barbershops, salons, and beauty parlors
🏋️ Community gyms or workout studios
📚 Privately-owned bookstores or comic shops
🎨 Art studios and art supply companies
🚗 Auto mechanics
🔧 Privately-owned hardware stores
🐾 Pet supply shops, pet grooming businesses, and pet day care centers
🛒 General stores

These are only examples. If there is another type of local business that has a meaningful story, applicants are encouraged to nominate it.

Who Should Submit?

This casting call is a good fit for people who have a real connection to a small business in their city.

You may be a great fit if:

❤️ You are a loyal customer or regular visitor
🏙️ The business is well-known in your local community
🗣️ You have a personal story about why the business matters
🤝 The business has supported, inspired, or brought people together
🌟 You want to celebrate a small business that deserves recognition

The project is looking for authentic stories, so applicants should be ready to explain what makes the business special and why it should be featured.

How to Submit

To nominate a local small business, applicants should submit through the official form:

Submissions are due by August 10, 2026.

Final Note

For anyone in Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, or Miami who has a favorite local small business, this is a great chance to help share its story with a wider audience.

If selected for the final campaign, participants will be compensated and featured in a digital marketing project celebrating meaningful small businesses and the communities that support them.