GENUINE Casting People to Celebrate Local Small Businesses

GENUINE is casting people in Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, and Miami to nominate a meaningful local small business for a digital marketing campaign.

This opportunity is open to people who have a personal connection to a favorite neighborhood business — the kind of place that brings people together, supports the community, and has become part of everyday local life.

If selected for the final project, participants may be compensated and featured in a digital marketing campaign.

About the Casting Call

GENUINE is looking for people who want to celebrate a small business that has made an impact on them or their community.

The casting team is especially interested in stories about local businesses that are deeply connected to their neighborhoods. These may be long-time community staples, family-owned businesses, or beloved local spots where people gather, shop, eat, work out, or connect.

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Who Can Submit?

This casting call is open to:

✅ All genders
🌎 All ethnicities
🎂 Ages 18 and older
📍 People in Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, or Miami
🏪 Regular customers who want to nominate a meaningful local small business

Applicants should be ready to share why the business matters to them and how it has become part of their local community.

Types of Small Businesses They Are Looking For

GENUINE is open to many kinds of small business stories, especially businesses that are locally rooted and community-focused.

Examples include:

🍽️ Diners, delis, cafes, and coffee shops
💈 Barbershops, salons, and beauty parlors
🏋️ Community gyms or workout studios
📚 Privately owned bookstores or comic stores
🎨 Art studios and art supply companies
🔧 Auto mechanics and repair shops
🛠️ Privately owned hardware stores
🐾 Pet supply shops, pet grooming businesses, and pet day care services
🛍️ General stores and other neighborhood favorites

Other types of small businesses may also be considered, so applicants are encouraged to nominate any local business with a meaningful story.

Compensation

If selected for the final project, participants will be compensated and may be featured in a digital marketing campaign.

Submission Details

Nominations are being accepted for small businesses in:

Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, and Miami

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Submission deadline listed: August 10, 2026

Final Notes

This casting call is a great opportunity for people to shine a spotlight on the small businesses that help define their communities.

Whether it is a favorite café, a trusted barber, a local bookstore, a neighborhood gym, or a family-owned repair shop, GENUINE wants to hear stories about businesses that truly matter.