Nick :

the way i do this effect is just type the text then make a mask of it and then from effects select "generate strokes" after that make a null object and make a camera. it was something like that.

Brenda :

as im new to after effect and trying my level best to learn that flashlight effect but unfortunately couldn't figure it out. i tried the instructions but couldn't get the good result. would be grateful if some one could help.

Mac :

your problem would be the old version of after effects just get your newer version and then try to make the effect with that newer version. hope it will help you getting this effect.

Mark :

thank you for your help i will try the instruction that you gave in the tutorial but also try to give some my own touch. in the end that was an awesome effect