720p60 59.94fps outputting question.

This might be a silly/simple question, but thought it was worth to get a 2nd opinion.

A project was shot using the VariCam @ 720p60. It was then edited and given to me for an BetaSP output. When I analyze the final Quicktime file for output, I notice that the format states DVCProHD 720p60 with a frame rate of 59.94fps. Though, the DP said the project was shot at 24p (23.98).

I have made outputs before of the material shot using 720p60 with a frame-rate of 23.98 with pull-down added on output without any problem in the past. But, am a little unclear of what the process would be with the 720p60 59.94fps finished file.

My initial guess would be to have the editor reload the 720p60 and have it extract the extra frames on ingest, re-edit and output the finished file at 23.98, and then I should be set, am I correct? Or, is there a conversion that can performed to the 720p60 59.94fps finished material after the fact?

Our facility is Apple based using the latest version of the Final Cut Studio 2 Suite. Any advice or info provided would be greatly appreciated. I thank you for your time and assistance in advance.

Best Regards,

James G.
Upstate NY, USA

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